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Perry Elementary School
Elementary School · CUSD 300
251 Amarillo Dr, Carpentersville, IL 60110
Enrollment
267
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
267
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,889 of 3,813
In Carpentersville
#7 of 10
public schools
In district
#23 of 27
CUSD 300
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Perry Elementary School
Elementary School in Carpentersville · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Perry Elementary School
Perry Elementary School is a public elementary school in Carpentersville, IL, part of CUSD 300. Perry Elementary School serves approximately 267 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Perry Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,889 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Perry Elementary School show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Perry Elementary 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.
At 9.2:1 students to teachers, Perry Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
52% of students at Perry 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
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Perry Elementary School — Students at Perry Elementary School score 2% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 9%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.8%
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: 6.5/10.
How Perry Elementary School Compares
See how Perry Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
251 Amarillo Dr, Carpentersville, IL 60110
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Perry Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Eastview Elem School (rated 8.6/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Algonquin), which scores notably higher. Another option is Algonquin Lakes Elem Sch (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Algonquin), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Kenneth E Neubert Elem School (rated 7.8/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Algonquin), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Carpentersville, see our Carpentersville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Dundee-Crown High School Carpentersville | 0.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Algonquin Lakes Elem Sch Algonquin | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Meadowdale Elem School Carpentersville | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Sunny Hill Elem School Carpentersville | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Lakewood School Carpentersville | 1.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Eastview Elem School Algonquin | 1.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Algonquin Middle School Algonquin | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Carpentersville Middle School Carpentersville | 2.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Delacey Family Educ Ctr Carpentersville | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Parkview Elementary School Carpentersville | 2.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Golfview Elem School Carpentersville | 2.0 mi | 6.4 |
| ST MARGARET MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Algonquin | 2.1 mi | 3.9 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL East Dundee | 2.6 mi | 4.5 |
| LUMEN ACADEMY West Dundee | 2.9 mi | — |
| ST CATHERINE OF SIENA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Dundee | 2.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Dundee Highlands Elem School West Dundee | 3.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Kenneth E Neubert Elem School Algonquin | 3.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Westfield Community School Algonquin | 2.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Liberty Elementary School Carpentersville | 3.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Sleepy Hollow Elem School Sleepy Hollow | 3.9 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60110 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,714
Median Home Value
$224,300
Median Rent
$1,421/mo
Population
39,028
College Educated
23.6%
Homeownership
73.7%
Avg Commute
29.9 min
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Median Age
33.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Perry Elementary School
What grades does Perry Elementary School serve?
Perry Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Perry Elementary School?
Perry Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 267 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Perry Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Perry Elementary School is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Perry Elementary School rank in IL?
Perry Elementary School ranks #2,889 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Perry Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Perry Elementary 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 Perry Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Perry Elementary School has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Perry Elementary School a charter school?
No, Perry Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Perry Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Perry Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Perry Elementary School?
88.8% of students at Perry 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 267
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Kane County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 52.4%
- Phone
- (224) 484-5600
Resources & Links
District
CUSD 300- District Enrollment
- 20,488
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,080
- District Rank
- #23 of 27
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