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Very Good

#1018 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 27% in state

Mill Creek School

Elementary School · Geneva CUSD 304

N900 Brundige Dr, Geneva, IL 60134

Enrollment

365

Student-Teacher

13.5:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#1,018 of 3,813

In Geneva

#4 of 10

public schools

In district

#4 of 10

Geneva CUSD 304

School environment

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Mill Creek School

7.3/10

Elementary School in Geneva · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Geneva 304 Early Learning Center

5.6/10

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8.1/10

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About Mill Creek School

Mill Creek School is a public elementary school in Geneva, IL, part of Geneva CUSD 304. Mill Creek School serves approximately 365 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Mill Creek School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,018 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Mill Creek School show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.6
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.96 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.8Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency34% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency58% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency46% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-3.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile67th
Resources & Environment8.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,336
Chronic Absenteeism16.4%

Mill Creek School — Students at Mill Creek School score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 61.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 67.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
95%
ELA
94%
2010
Math
96%
ELA
94%
2011
Math
97%
ELA
90%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
86%
2013
Math
76%
ELA
81%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
44%
ELA
46%
2018
Math
46%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
46%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
34%
ELA
44%
2021*
Math
34%
ELA
44%
2022
ELA
58%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.4/10.

How Mill Creek School Compares

See how Mill Creek School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.3/10
73th percentile in IL
Academic
7.8/10
Very Good
Growth
6.4/10
Average
Environment
8.7/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

N900 Brundige Dr, Geneva, IL 60134

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mill Creek School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Davis Primary School (rated 9.1/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Saint Charles), which scores notably higher. Another option is Richmond Intermediate Sch (rated 8.9/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Saint Charles), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bell-Graham Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Saint Charles), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Geneva, see our Geneva schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Geneva 304 Early Learning Center Geneva 1.3 mi 5.6
Fabyan Elementary School Geneva 1.3 mi 8.1
Illinois Youth Ctr - St Charles Saint Charles 2.0 mi 8.3
Heartland Elementary School Geneva 1.7 mi 6.8
Geneva Middle Sch North Geneva 1.9 mi 6.7
Geneva Middle Sch South Geneva 1.9 mi 6.2
GREEN FRIENDS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Elburn 1.9 mi
Grace McWayne Elementary School Batavia 2.9 mi 6.3
Bell-Graham Elementary School Saint Charles 3.6 mi 8.8
HOLY CROSS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Batavia 3.2 mi 4.2
ST PETER SCHOOL Geneva 3.0 mi 6.3
Williamsburg Elem School Geneva 3.0 mi 7.4
KENSINGTON SCHOOL OF GENEVA Geneva 3.1 mi
Wasco Elem School Wasco 4.0 mi 7.4
Batavia Sr High School Batavia 3.7 mi 8.3
Richmond Intermediate Sch Saint Charles 3.6 mi 8.9
Western Avenue Elem School Geneva 3.4 mi 5.3
Wild Rose Elem School Saint Charles 4.0 mi 8.7
H C Storm Elem School Batavia 3.8 mi 8.1
Davis Primary School Saint Charles 3.7 mi 9.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60134 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$148,283

Median Home Value

$427,300

Median Rent

$1,816/mo

Population

29,838

College Educated

66.3%

Homeownership

85.2%

Avg Commute

29.3 min

Poverty Rate

2.7%

Median Age

39.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mill Creek School

What grades does Mill Creek School serve?

Mill Creek School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Mill Creek School?

Mill Creek School has an enrollment of approximately 365 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mill Creek School?

The student-teacher ratio at Mill Creek School is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mill Creek School rank in IL?

Mill Creek School ranks #1,018 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Mill Creek School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mill Creek School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Mill Creek School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mill Creek School has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Mill Creek School a charter school?

No, Mill Creek School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Mill Creek School a Title I school?

No, Mill Creek School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
12 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
365
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Kane County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.4%

District

Geneva CUSD 304
District Enrollment
5,077
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,336
District Rank
#4 of 10

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