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#435 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 11% in state

Roy De Shane Elementary School

Elementary School · CCSD 93

475 Chippewa Trl, Carol Stream, IL 60188

Enrollment

192

Student-Teacher

8.3:1

Score

8.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#435 of 3,813

In Carol Stream

#2 of 9

public schools

In district

#1 of 9

CCSD 93

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Roy De Shane Elementary School

8.2/10

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

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7.1/10

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8.3/10

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About Roy De Shane Elementary School

Roy De Shane Elementary School is a public elementary school in Carol Stream, IL, part of CCSD 93. Roy De Shane Elementary School serves approximately 192 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 8.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Roy De Shane Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #435 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Roy De Shane Elementary School show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 8.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.7
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 192 students, Roy De Shane Elementary School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 8.3:1 students to teachers, Roy De Shane Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.1Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.57 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.1Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)28% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+14.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile85th
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,661
Chronic Absenteeism21.9%

Roy De Shane Elementary School — Students at Roy De Shane Elementary School score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

46.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 57.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 60.6% (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
87%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
97.5%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2022
ELA
42%

* 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: 7.1/10.

How Roy De Shane Elementary School Compares

See how Roy De Shane Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.2/10
89th percentile in IL
Academic
9.1/10
Excellent
Growth
7.1/10
Very Good
Environment
9.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
47%
Teaching Staff
8:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.9%

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

475 Chippewa Trl, Carol Stream, IL 60188

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Roy De Shane Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pleasant Hill Elem School (rated 8.2/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Winfield), with a very similar rating. Another option is Carl Sandburg Elem School (rated 8.2/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Wheaton), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Carol Stream Elem School (rated 8.1/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Carol Stream, see our Carol Stream schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Western Trails Elem School Carol Stream 0.4 mi 7.1
Glenbard North High School Carol Stream 0.6 mi 8.3
Jay Stream Middle School Carol Stream 0.6 mi 7.2
Carol Stream Elem School Carol Stream 0.7 mi 8.1
Cloverdale Elem School Carol Stream 0.9 mi 8.0
Heritage Lakes Elem School Carol Stream 1.3 mi 7.9
Elsie C Johnson Elem Sch Hanover Park 1.5 mi 6.8
Evergreen Elementary School Carol Stream 1.2 mi 6.8
CCSD 93 Early Childhood Cntr Bloomingdale 1.5 mi 7.1
ST ISIDORE SCHOOL Bloomingdale 1.5 mi 5.9
WHEATON CHRISTIAN GRAMMAR SCHOOL Winfield 1.9 mi 5.5
Pleasant Hill Elem School Winfield 2.2 mi 8.2
GODDARD SCHOOL Bloomingdale 2.3 mi
Stratford Middle School Bloomingdale 2.1 mi 7.2
Benjamin Middle School West Chicago 2.0 mi 7.7
WHEATON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Wheaton 2.6 mi 7.5
Spring Trail Elementary School Carol Stream 2.2 mi 6.5
Wheaton North High School Wheaton 2.8 mi 8.7
Carl Sandburg Elem School Wheaton 3.0 mi 8.2
Americana Elementary School Glendale Heights 2.3 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60188 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$107,560

Median Home Value

$311,600

Median Rent

$1,465/mo

Population

42,087

College Educated

43.9%

Homeownership

69.9%

Avg Commute

28.3 min

Poverty Rate

6.7%

Median Age

39.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Roy De Shane Elementary School

What grades does Roy De Shane Elementary School serve?

Roy De Shane Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Roy De Shane Elementary School?

Roy De Shane Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 192 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Roy De Shane Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Roy De Shane Elementary School is 8.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Roy De Shane Elementary School rank in IL?

Roy De Shane Elementary School ranks #435 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Roy De Shane Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Roy De Shane Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Roy De Shane Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Roy De Shane Elementary School has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Roy De Shane Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Roy De Shane Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Roy De Shane Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Roy De Shane Elementary School?

46.9% of students at Roy De Shane 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
33 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
192
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
46.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
DuPage County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.9%

District

CCSD 93
District Enrollment
3,283
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$25,661
District Rank
#1 of 9

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