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Old Post Elementary School

Elementary School · CUSD 308

100 Old Post Rd, Oswego, IL 60543

Enrollment

414

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#2,693 of 3,813

In Oswego

#7 of 12

public schools

In district

#13 of 21

CUSD 308

School environment

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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Old Post Elementary School

5.3/10

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

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About Old Post Elementary School

Old Post Elementary School is a public elementary school in Oswego, IL, part of CUSD 308. Old Post Elementary School serves approximately 414 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Old Post Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,693 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Old Post Elementary School show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.1Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.88 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.1Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency29% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency28% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-8.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile45th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,904
Chronic Absenteeism13.8%

Old Post Elementary School — Students at Old Post Elementary School score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

29%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 62.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 62.7% (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
94%
ELA
91%
2010
Math
91%
ELA
84%
2011
Math
95%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
83%
2013
Math
91%
ELA
81%
2014
Math
61%
ELA
68%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
43%
ELA
63%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2022
ELA
29%

* 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: 4.1/10.

How Old Post Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.3/10
29th percentile in IL
Academic
6.1/10
Average
Growth
4.1/10
Below Average
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
29%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.8%

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

100 Old Post Rd, Oswego, IL 60543

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Old Post Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Southbury Elem School (rated 6.9/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Prairie Point Elem School (rated 6.9/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOLY ANGELS CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Aurora), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Oswego, see our Oswego schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Long Beach Elem School Montgomery 0.4 mi 3.2
Boulder Hill Elem School Montgomery 0.5 mi 4.3
Thompson Jr High School Oswego 0.6 mi 4.1
Southbury Elem School Oswego 1.7 mi 6.9
Oswego High School Oswego 1.6 mi 7.1
Rose E Krug Elem School Aurora 2.0 mi 5.0
Nicholson Elem School Montgomery 2.0 mi 5.4
Fox Chase Elementary School Oswego 1.8 mi 4.8
G N Dieterich Elem School Aurora 2.2 mi 5.2
Churchill Elem School Oswego 1.8 mi 6.7
Traughber Jr High School Oswego 2.4 mi 5.0
Plank Junior High Oswego 1.9 mi 5.3
Brokaw Early Learning Center Oswego 1.9 mi 5.3
Prairie Point Elem School Oswego 2.6 mi 6.9
C M Bardwell Elem School Aurora 2.8 mi 5.1
POPE ST. JOHN PAUL II CATH. ACADEMY-SOUTH CAMPUS Aurora 2.9 mi 5.0
John Gates Elem School Aurora 3.0 mi 5.3
Oswego East High School Oswego 2.6 mi 7.6
East High School Aurora 3.2 mi 6.2
HOLY ANGELS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Aurora 3.6 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60543 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$116,507

Median Home Value

$319,300

Median Rent

$1,558/mo

Population

41,723

College Educated

42.3%

Homeownership

86.2%

Avg Commute

30 min

Poverty Rate

2.7%

Median Age

39.2

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Eastview Elementary School Canton, IL 5.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Old Post Elementary School

What grades does Old Post Elementary School serve?

Old Post Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Old Post Elementary School?

Old Post Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 414 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Old Post Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Old Post Elementary School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Old Post Elementary School rank in IL?

Old Post Elementary School ranks #2,693 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Old Post Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Old Post Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Old Post Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Old Post Elementary School has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Old Post Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Old Post Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

29.0% of students at Old Post 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
18 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
414
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Free/Reduced Lunch
29.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Kendall County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.8%

District

CUSD 308
District Enrollment
16,851
Schools in District
22
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,904
District Rank
#13 of 21

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