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#1056 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 28% in state

Reba O Steck Elementary School

Elementary School · Indian Prairie CUSD 204

460 Inverness Dr, Aurora, IL 60504

Enrollment

670

Student-Teacher

16.8:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#1,056 of 3,813

In Aurora

#9 of 45

public schools

In district

#25 of 32

Indian Prairie CUSD 204

Academic performance

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Reba O Steck Elementary School

7.3/10

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

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8.5/10

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6.2/10

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About Reba O Steck Elementary School

Reba O Steck Elementary School is a public elementary school in Aurora, IL, part of Indian Prairie CUSD 204. Reba O Steck Elementary School serves approximately 670 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Reba O Steck Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,056 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Reba O Steck Elementary School show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.5
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.4Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.34 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency49% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency49% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+6.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile84th
Resources & Environment4.7Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,127
Chronic Absenteeism20.6%

Reba O Steck Elementary School — Students at Reba O Steck Elementary School score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

16%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 68.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 60.9% (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
96%
ELA
91%
2010
Math
94%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
94%
ELA
91%
2012
Math
85%
ELA
81%
2013
Math
89%
ELA
76%
2014
Math
54%
ELA
54%
2015
Math
58%
ELA
48%
2016
Math
51%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
46%
ELA
40%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
59%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
59%
2020*
Math
49%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
49%
ELA
37%
2022
ELA
48%

* 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: 7.4/10.

How Reba O Steck Elementary School Compares

See how Reba O Steck Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.3/10
72th percentile in IL
Academic
9.0/10
Excellent
Growth
7.4/10
Very Good
Environment
4.7/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
16%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.6%

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

460 Inverness Dr, Aurora, IL 60504

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Reba O Steck Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Nancy Young Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Gwendolyn Brooks Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, White Eagle Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Naperville), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Aurora, see our Aurora schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Waubonsie Valley High School Aurora 0.6 mi 8.5
Fischer Middle School Aurora 0.9 mi 6.2
McCarty Elementary School Aurora 0.8 mi 5.2
MONTESSORI CHILDRENS GARDEN Aurora 1.1 mi
Nancy Young Elementary School Aurora 1.3 mi 7.8
Georgetown Elementary School Aurora 1.1 mi 5.2
Peter M Gombert Elementary Sch Aurora 1.3 mi 6.4
C I Johnson Elem School Aurora 1.3 mi 7.1
Olney C Allen Elem School Aurora 1.3 mi 5.0
Henry W Cowherd Middle School Aurora 1.6 mi 5.0
Francis Granger Middle School Aurora 2.1 mi 7.9
Gwendolyn Brooks Elementary Aurora 2.2 mi 7.7
Prairie Children Preschool Aurora 1.7 mi 5.6
The Wheatlands Elementary School Aurora 2.3 mi 7.0
Oak Park Elem School Aurora 1.9 mi 6.2
Still Middle School Aurora 1.8 mi 7.7
W S Beaupre Elem School Aurora 1.8 mi 5.6
Edna Rollins Elem School Aurora 1.9 mi 4.2
White Eagle Elementary Naperville 2.2 mi 7.5
COSMIC MONTESSORI COMMUNITY Aurora 2.0 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60504 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$98,249

Median Home Value

$272,800

Median Rent

$1,861/mo

Population

38,861

College Educated

49.5%

Homeownership

61.4%

Avg Commute

31.7 min

Poverty Rate

8%

Median Age

34.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Reba O Steck Elementary School

What grades does Reba O Steck Elementary School serve?

Reba O Steck Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Reba O Steck Elementary School?

Reba O Steck Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 670 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Reba O Steck Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Reba O Steck Elementary School is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Reba O Steck Elementary School rank in IL?

Reba O Steck Elementary School ranks #1,056 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Reba O Steck Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Reba O Steck Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Reba O Steck Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Reba O Steck Elementary School has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Reba O Steck Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Reba O Steck Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Reba O Steck Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Reba O Steck Elementary School?

16.0% of students at Reba O Steck 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
27 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
18 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
670
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Free/Reduced Lunch
16.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
DuPage County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.6%

District

Indian Prairie CUSD 204
District Enrollment
25,950
Schools in District
34
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,127
District Rank
#25 of 32

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