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Olney C Allen Elem School
Elementary School · Aurora East USD 131
700 S Farnsworth Ave, Aurora, IL 60505
Enrollment
739
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
739
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,884 of 3,813
In Aurora
#33 of 45
public schools
In district
#13 of 18
Aurora East USD 131
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Olney C Allen Elem School
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About Olney C Allen Elem School
Olney C Allen Elem School is a public elementary school in Aurora, IL, part of Aurora East USD 131. Olney C Allen Elem School serves approximately 739 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Olney C Allen Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,884 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Olney C Allen Elem School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Olney C Allen Elem School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Olney C Allen Elem School — Students at Olney C Allen Elem School score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 16%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
73.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 6.7/10.
How Olney C Allen Elem School Compares
See how Olney C Allen Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
700 S Farnsworth Ave, Aurora, IL 60505
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Olney C Allen Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Reba O Steck Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is C I Johnson Elem School (rated 7.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, N CAMPUS OF POPE ST JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC ACADEMY (rated 7.1/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Aurora, see our Aurora schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| W S Beaupre Elem School Aurora | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| East High School Aurora | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Edna Rollins Elem School Aurora | 1.2 mi | 4.2 |
| John Gates Elem School Aurora | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Henry W Cowherd Middle School Aurora | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Oak Park Elem School Aurora | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| MONTESSORI CHILDRENS GARDEN Aurora | 1.3 mi | — |
| Reba O Steck Elementary School Aurora | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| C I Johnson Elem School Aurora | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Waubonsie Valley High School Aurora | 1.4 mi | 8.5 |
| L D Brady Elem School Aurora | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| K D Waldo Middle School Aurora | 1.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Fred Rodgers Magnet Acad Aurora | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
| POPE ST. JOHN PAUL II CATH. ACADEMY-SOUTH CAMPUS Aurora | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| G N Dieterich Elem School Aurora | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Fischer Middle School Aurora | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| The Wheatlands Elementary School Aurora | 2.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Peter M Gombert Elementary Sch Aurora | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| N CAMPUS OF POPE ST JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC ACADEMY Aurora | 2.3 mi | 7.1 |
| C F Simmons Middle School Aurora | 2.6 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60505 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,306
Median Home Value
$192,500
Median Rent
$1,230/mo
Population
58,176
College Educated
13.2%
Homeownership
57.8%
Avg Commute
24.5 min
Poverty Rate
14.6%
Median Age
31.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Avondale - Logandale Elem Sch Chicago, IL | 5.0 |
| Beecher Elem School Beecher, IL | 5.0 |
| Daley Elem Academy Chicago, IL | 5.0 |
| Dorn Elementary School Hickory Hills, IL | 5.0 |
| Hale Elem School Chicago, IL | 5.0 |
| ST PAUL OF THE CROSS SCHOOL Park Ridge, IL | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Olney C Allen Elem School
What grades does Olney C Allen Elem School serve?
Olney C Allen Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Olney C Allen Elem School?
Olney C Allen Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 739 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Olney C Allen Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Olney C Allen Elem School is 18.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Olney C Allen Elem School rank in IL?
Olney C Allen Elem School ranks #2,884 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Olney C Allen Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Olney C Allen Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Olney C Allen Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Olney C Allen Elem School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Olney C Allen Elem School a charter school?
No, Olney C Allen Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Olney C Allen Elem School a Title I school?
No, Olney C Allen Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Olney C Allen Elem School?
73.7% of students at Olney C Allen 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 739
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 73.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Kane County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.9%
- Phone
- (630) 299-5200
Resources & Links
District
Aurora East USD 131- District Enrollment
- 12,260
- Schools in District
- 20
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,690
- District Rank
- #13 of 18
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