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#3514 of 3,813 schools in IL

Rupley Elem School

Elementary School · Comm Cons SD 59

305 Oakton St, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007

Enrollment

272

Student-Teacher

8:1

Score

4.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#3,514 of 3,813

In Elk Grove Village

#10 of 10

public schools

In district

#15 of 15

Comm Cons SD 59

School environment

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Rupley Elem School

4.0/10

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

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6.4/10

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About Rupley Elem School

Rupley Elem School is a public elementary school in Elk Grove Village, IL, part of Comm Cons SD 59. Rupley Elem School serves approximately 272 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 8:1 student-teacher ratio. Rupley Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,514 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Rupley Elem School show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.2 pts below district
  • This school 4.0 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.2
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 8:1 students to teachers, Rupley Elem School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

32% of students at Rupley Elem 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress1.8Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-7.09 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.2Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency7.5% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency7.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency8% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)12% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-4.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile23th
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,948
Chronic Absenteeism32.4%

Rupley Elem School — Students at Rupley Elem School score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 12%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

82%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 37.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 31.0% (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
72%
2010
Math
89%
ELA
71%
2011
Math
88%
ELA
71%
2012
Math
60%
ELA
46%
2013
Math
64%
ELA
43%
2014
Math
21%
ELA
22%
2015
Math
22%
ELA
21%
2016
Math
11%
ELA
17%
2017
Math
9%
ELA
15%
2018
Math
10%
ELA
17%
2019
Math
10%
ELA
17%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
7.5%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
7.5%
2022
ELA
7.5%

* 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: 1.8/10.

How Rupley Elem School Compares

See how Rupley Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.0/10
8th percentile in IL
Academic
4.2/10
Below Average
Growth
1.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
82%
Teaching Staff
8:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
32.4%

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

305 Oakton St, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Rupley Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SCIENCE ACADEMY OF CHICAGO (rated 7.8/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Mount Prospect), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dryden Elem School (rated 7.1/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Arlington Heights), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ridge Family Center for Learning (rated 6.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Elk Grove Village, see our Elk Grove Village schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Ridge Family Center for Learning Elk Grove Village 0.8 mi 6.4
Grove Jr High School Elk Grove Village 1.0 mi 4.8
Elk Grove High School Elk Grove Village 1.0 mi 7.3
QUEEN OF THE ROSARY SCHOOL Elk Grove Village 1.1 mi 5.3
Clearmont Elem School Elk Grove Village 1.5 mi 6.2
Salt Creek Elem School Elk Grove Village 1.5 mi 4.6
John Jay Elem School Mount Prospect 1.6 mi 6.0
ONE SCHOOL GLOBAL CHICAGO CAMPUS Elk Grove Village 2.0 mi
Juliette Low Elem School Arlington Heights 2.4 mi 4.1
Adm Richard E Byrd Elem School Elk Grove Village 2.1 mi 4.4
Holmes Jr High School Mount Prospect 2.3 mi 6.3
The Early Learning Center Mt. Prospect 2.3 mi 6.1
Forest View Elem School Mount Prospect 2.4 mi 6.4
Robert Frost Elem School Mount Prospect 2.2 mi 5.1
CHILDS VOICE Wood Dale 2.8 mi 6.8
SCIENCE ACADEMY OF CHICAGO Mount Prospect 2.2 mi 7.8
Wood Dale Jr High School Wood Dale 3.2 mi 6.6
Dryden Elem School Arlington Heights 3.4 mi 7.1
Early Childhood Education Center Wood Dale 3.5 mi 7.3
Westbrook Early Learning Cntr Mt. Prospect 3.3 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60007 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$95,240

Median Home Value

$334,800

Median Rent

$1,574/mo

Population

32,485

College Educated

41.1%

Homeownership

74%

Avg Commute

26.2 min

Poverty Rate

6.8%

Median Age

44

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Coles Elem Language Academy Chicago, IL 4.0
Emerson Elem School Berwyn, IL 4.0
Emerson Elem School Maywood, IL 4.0
Eunice Smith Elem School Alton, IL 4.0
Hillcrest Elem School East Moline, IL 4.0
Lincoln Elem School Brookfield, IL 4.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rupley Elem School

What grades does Rupley Elem School serve?

Rupley Elem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Rupley Elem School?

Rupley Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 272 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rupley Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at Rupley Elem School is 8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Rupley Elem School rank in IL?

Rupley Elem School ranks #3,514 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Rupley Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Rupley Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Rupley Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Rupley Elem School has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Rupley Elem School a charter school?

No, Rupley Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Rupley Elem School a Title I school?

No, Rupley Elem School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rupley Elem School?

82.0% of students at Rupley 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
43 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
65 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
272
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
82.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
32.4%

District

Comm Cons SD 59
District Enrollment
5,869
Schools in District
15
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,948
District Rank
#15 of 15

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