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#3198 of 3,813 schools in IL

Salt Creek Elem School

Elementary School · Comm Cons SD 59

65 JF Kennedy Blvd, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007

Enrollment

423

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

4.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#3,198 of 3,813

In Elk Grove Village

#8 of 10

public schools

In district

#12 of 15

Comm Cons SD 59

School environment

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Salt Creek Elem School

4.6/10

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

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About Salt Creek Elem School

Salt Creek Elem School is a public elementary school in Elk Grove Village, IL, part of Comm Cons SD 59. Salt Creek Elem School serves approximately 423 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Salt Creek Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,198 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Salt Creek Elem School show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 4.6 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.2
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.7Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-6.46 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.7Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency15% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency14% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)20% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-6.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile28th
Resources & Environment9.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,948
Chronic Absenteeism22.5%

Salt Creek Elem School — Students at Salt Creek Elem School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

64.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 37.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 35.1% (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
88%
ELA
66%
2010
Math
86%
ELA
69%
2011
Math
86%
ELA
71%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
54%
ELA
50%
2014
Math
18%
ELA
29%
2015
Math
21%
ELA
24%
2016
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
10%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
11%
ELA
21%
2019
Math
11%
ELA
21%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2022
ELA
15%

* 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: 2.7/10.

How Salt Creek Elem School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.6/10
16th percentile in IL
Academic
4.7/10
Below Average
Growth
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.2/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
65%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.5%

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

65 JF Kennedy Blvd, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Salt Creek Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Elmer H Franzen Intermediate Sch (rated 7.8/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Itasca), which scores notably higher. Another option is Adolph Link Elem School (rated 7.8/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Raymond Benson Primary School (rated 7.0/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Itasca), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Elk Grove Village, see our Elk Grove Village schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi
School Distance Rating
QUEEN OF THE ROSARY SCHOOL Elk Grove Village 0.4 mi 5.3
Elk Grove High School Elk Grove Village 0.5 mi 7.3
Grove Jr High School Elk Grove Village 0.5 mi 4.8
Clearmont Elem School Elk Grove Village 0.6 mi 6.2
Adm Richard E Byrd Elem School Elk Grove Village 0.7 mi 4.4
Ridge Family Center for Learning Elk Grove Village 0.7 mi 6.4
ONE SCHOOL GLOBAL CHICAGO CAMPUS Elk Grove Village 0.9 mi
Rupley Elem School Elk Grove Village 1.5 mi 4.0
CHILDS VOICE Wood Dale 1.7 mi 6.8
F E Peacock Middle School Itasca 1.9 mi 7.1
Elmer H Franzen Intermediate Sch Itasca 2.0 mi 7.8
Wood Dale Jr High School Wood Dale 2.2 mi 6.6
Early Childhood Education Center Wood Dale 2.4 mi 7.3
Raymond Benson Primary School Itasca 2.6 mi 7.0
Adolph Link Elem School Elk Grove Village 2.0 mi 7.8
LUTHERAN SCHOOL OF ST LUKE Itasca 2.7 mi 5.6
Adlai Stevenson Elem School Elk Grove Village 2.1 mi 6.1
Westview Elem School Wood Dale 3.1 mi 5.0
John Jay Elem School Mount Prospect 3.1 mi 6.0
PIXIE & DIXIE DAY CARE CENTER INC Wood Dale 3.5 mi

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
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Carol Moseley Braun School Calumet City, IL 4.6
Carruthers Elementary School Murphysboro, IL 4.6
Ellis Elem School Belleville, IL 4.6
Goreville Elementary School Goreville, IL 4.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Salt Creek Elem School

What grades does Salt Creek Elem School serve?

Salt Creek Elem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Salt Creek Elem School?

Salt Creek Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 423 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Salt Creek Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at Salt Creek Elem School is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Salt Creek Elem School rank in IL?

Salt Creek Elem School ranks #3,198 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Salt Creek Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Salt Creek Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Salt Creek Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Salt Creek Elem School has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Salt Creek Elem School a charter school?

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

Is Salt Creek Elem School a Title I school?

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

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

64.8% of students at Salt Creek 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
55 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
423
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
64.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.5%

District

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

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