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Monee Elementary School

Elementary School · Crete Monee CUSD 201U

25425 S Will Center Rd, Monee, IL 60449

Enrollment

376

Student-Teacher

13.4:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#2,335 of 3,813

In district

#5 of 8

Crete Monee CUSD 201U

School environment

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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Monee Elementary School

5.7/10

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

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6.0/10

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About Monee Elementary School

Monee Elementary School is a public elementary school in Monee, IL, part of Crete Monee CUSD 201U. Monee Elementary School serves approximately 376 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Monee Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,335 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Monee Elementary School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 5.0
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

34% of students at Monee Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.4Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.77 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency15% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)3% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+11.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile53th
Resources & Environment7.4Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,610
Chronic Absenteeism34.3%

Monee Elementary School — Students at Monee Elementary School score 14% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 3%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 41.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 43.5% (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
83%
ELA
76%
2010
Math
85%
ELA
78%
2011
Math
85%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
61%
2013
Math
55%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
20%
ELA
33%
2015
Math
31%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
28%
ELA
35%
2017
Math
29%
ELA
36%
2018
Math
28%
ELA
34%
2019
Math
28%
ELA
34%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2022
ELA
17%

* 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: 4.4/10.

How Monee Elementary School Compares

See how Monee Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
39th percentile in IL
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
4.4/10
Below Average
Environment
7.4/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
34.3%

Location

25425 S Will Center Rd, Monee, IL 60449

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Monee Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MOTHER TERESA CATHOLIC ACADEMY (rated 6.7/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Crete), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Blackhawk Primary Center (rated 6.6/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Park Forest), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Neil Armstrong Elem School (rated 6.4/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Richton Park), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Monee, see our Monee schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Crete-Monee Middle School University Park 2.5 mi 6.0
Talala Elementary School Park Forest 3.1 mi 4.5
Coretta Scott King Magnet Sch University Park 2.6 mi 5.1
Neil Armstrong Elem School Richton Park 3.4 mi 6.4
Richton Square School Richton Park 3.4 mi 7.3
Southland College Prep Chtr HS Richton Park 3.8 mi 8.9
Sauk Elem School Richton Park 3.9 mi 5.4
Mohawk Primary Center Park Forest 3.8 mi 5.2
Blackhawk Primary Center Park Forest 3.6 mi 6.6
FAITH MOVERS ACADEMY University Park 3.3 mi 4.9
Michelle Obama Sch of Technology Park Forest 4.2 mi 5.7
21st Century Primary Center Park Forest 4.1 mi 3.9
MOTHER TERESA CATHOLIC ACADEMY Crete 3.9 mi 6.7
O W Huth Middle School Matteson 5.2 mi 6.7
CARRA ACADEMY Matteson 5.3 mi 7.2
Matteson Elem School Matteson 5.3 mi 3.5
Crete-Monee High School Crete 4.1 mi 7.4
Indiana Elem School Park Forest 5.3 mi 6.0
Crete-Monee Early Childhood Cntr Crete 4.4 mi 7.3
Sieden Prairie Elementary School Matteson 5.9 mi 4.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60449 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$101,563

Median Home Value

$269,900

Population

9,607

College Educated

30.6%

Homeownership

96.9%

Avg Commute

34.9 min

Poverty Rate

6.3%

Median Age

46.1

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Aldridge Elem School Chicago, IL 5.7
CARDINAL JOSEPH BERNARDIN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Orland Hills, IL 5.7
Crete Elementary School Crete, IL 5.7
Elizabeth Graham Elem School Springfield, IL 5.7
Fisher Grade School Fisher, IL 5.7
Goodwin Elem School North Aurora, IL 5.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Monee Elementary School

What grades does Monee Elementary School serve?

Monee Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Monee Elementary School?

Monee Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 376 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Monee Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Monee Elementary School is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Monee Elementary School rank in IL?

Monee Elementary School ranks #2,335 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Monee Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Monee Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Monee Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Monee Elementary School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Monee Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Monee Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Monee Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Monee Elementary School?

100.0% of students at Monee Elementary 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
12 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
376
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Will County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
34.3%

District

Crete Monee CUSD 201U
District Enrollment
4,489
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,610
District Rank
#5 of 8

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