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#81 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 2% in state

Mill Street Elem School

Elementary School · Naperville CUSD 203

1300 N Mill St, Naperville, IL 60563

Enrollment

597

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

9.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#81 of 3,813

In Naperville

#5 of 40

public schools

In district

#6 of 22

Naperville CUSD 203

Academic performance

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Mill Street Elem School

9.3/10

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

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9.4/10

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About Mill Street Elem School

Mill Street Elem School is a public elementary school in Naperville, IL, part of Naperville CUSD 203. Mill Street Elem School serves approximately 597 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Mill Street Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 out of 10 and ranks #81 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Mill Street Elem School show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 9.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 9.1
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.1Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.64 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.7Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency61% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+22.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile95th
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,199
Chronic Absenteeism16.2%

Mill Street Elem School — Students at Mill Street Elem School score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

33.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 69.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 67.0% (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
93%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
91%
ELA
86%
2011
Math
90%
ELA
84%
2012
Math
73%
ELA
74%
2013
Math
70%
ELA
73%
2014
Math
58%
ELA
55%
2015
Math
60%
ELA
53%
2016
Math
60%
ELA
51%
2017
Math
66%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
66%
ELA
66%
2019
Math
66%
ELA
66%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
59%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
59%
2022
ELA
61%

* 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: 9.1/10.

How Mill Street Elem School Compares

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

Overall Score
9.3/10
98th percentile in IL
Academic
9.7/10
Excellent
Growth
9.1/10
Excellent
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
33%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
46 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.2%

Location

1300 N Mill St, Naperville, IL 60563

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mill Street Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ellsworth Elem School (rated 9.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Highlands Elem School (rated 9.4/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Prairie Elem School (rated 9.2/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Naperville, see our Naperville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Naperville North High School Naperville 0.4 mi 9.4
Beebe Elem School Naperville 0.5 mi 8.5
Jefferson Jr High School Naperville 0.6 mi 8.5
Washington Jr High School Naperville 0.9 mi 8.8
CREME DE LA CREME Warrenville 0.9 mi
Naper Elem School Naperville 1.1 mi 8.8
SAINTS PETER & PAUL SCHOOL Naperville 1.1 mi 4.6
Ellsworth Elem School Naperville 1.1 mi 9.7
Naperville Central High School Naperville 1.6 mi 9.2
Highlands Elem School Naperville 1.7 mi 9.4
Hubble Middle School Warrenville 1.8 mi 6.8
ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC ACADEMY Naperville 1.7 mi 6.7
Bower Elem School Warrenville 1.7 mi 7.7
DUPAGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Naperville 1.8 mi 8.4
NAPERVILLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Naperville 1.8 mi 8.8
Prairie Elem School Naperville 2.1 mi 9.2
Elmwood Elem School Naperville 2.4 mi 8.8
TURNING POINTE CN DAY SCHOOL Naperville 2.0 mi 6.6
Brookdale Elementary School Naperville 1.9 mi 6.8
ST RAPHAEL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Naperville 2.7 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60563 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$106,207

Median Home Value

$422,900

Median Rent

$1,786/mo

Population

38,829

College Educated

66.3%

Homeownership

53.5%

Avg Commute

28 min

Poverty Rate

7.1%

Median Age

37.2

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Central Elem School Wilmette, IL 9.3
George B Carpenter Elem School Park Ridge, IL 9.3
Grove Avenue Elem School Barrington, IL 9.3
Half Day School Lincolnshire, IL 9.3
Mayer Elem School Chicago, IL 9.3
N B Galloway Elem School Channahon, IL 9.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mill Street Elem School

What grades does Mill Street Elem School serve?

Mill Street Elem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Mill Street Elem School?

Mill Street Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 597 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mill Street Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at Mill Street Elem School is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mill Street Elem School rank in IL?

Mill Street Elem School ranks #81 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Mill Street Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mill Street Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 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 Street Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mill Street Elem School has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Mill Street Elem School a charter school?

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

Is Mill Street Elem School a Title I school?

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

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mill Street Elem School?

33.2% of students at Mill Street Elem School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
37 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
26 Some Transit
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
597
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers (FTE)
46
Free/Reduced Lunch
33.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
DuPage County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.2%

District

Naperville CUSD 203
District Enrollment
16,071
Schools in District
22
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,199
District Rank
#6 of 22

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