Excellent
#159 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 4% in state
Based on limited data
Salt Creek Elem School
Elementary School · Salt Creek SD 48
980 S Riverside Dr, Elmhurst, IL 60126
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 12 schools in Elmhurst. Learn more
Enrollment
157
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment
157
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#159 of 3,813
In Elmhurst
#1 of 14
public schools
In district
#1 of 3
Salt Creek SD 48
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Salt Creek Elem School
Elementary School in Elmhurst · grades Pre-K – 1st. 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 Elmhurst, IL, part of Salt Creek SD 48. Salt Creek Elem School serves approximately 157 students, and covers grades Pre-K-1st, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Salt Creek Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #159 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 9.0 · Excellent
- District avg 8.4
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 157 students, Salt Creek Elem 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.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
38.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Salt Creek Elem School Compares
See how Salt Creek Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
980 S Riverside Dr, Elmhurst, IL 60126
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Salt Creek Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Brook Forest Elem School (rated 9.7/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Oak Brook), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Jackson Elem School (rated 8.1/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Ardmore Elem School (rated 8.1/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Villa Park), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Elmhurst, see our Elmhurst schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| John E Albright Middle School Villa Park | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Jackson Elem School Elmhurst | 0.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Stella May Swartz Elem School Oakbrook Terrace | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| TIMOTHY CHRISTIAN P-8 Elmhurst | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| TIMOTHY CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Elmhurst | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Lincoln Elem School Elmhurst | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| MONTESSORI CHILDRENS ACADEMY Villa Park | 1.3 mi | — |
| Early Childhood Elmhurst | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Bryan Middle School Elmhurst | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| THE GARDNER SCHOOL OF OAKBROOK TERRACE Oakbrook Terrace | 1.4 mi | — |
| Willowbrook High School Villa Park | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| WILSON MONTESSORI ACADEMY Elmhurst | 1.4 mi | — |
| District 45 Early Education Ctr Villa Park | 1.3 mi | — |
| York Comm High School Elmhurst | 1.8 mi | 8.8 |
| ISLAMIC FOUNDATION SCHOOL Villa Park | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Jackson Middle School Villa Park | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Brook Forest Elem School Oak Brook | 1.9 mi | 9.7 |
| Ardmore Elem School Villa Park | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Stevenson School Lombard | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| IC CATHOLIC PREP Elmhurst | 2.1 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60126 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$143,333
Median Home Value
$527,600
Median Rent
$1,890/mo
Population
47,759
College Educated
61.9%
Homeownership
80.3%
Avg Commute
28.5 min
Poverty Rate
3.7%
Median Age
41.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Blythe Park Elem School Riverside, IL | 9.0 |
| Rondout Elem School Lake Forest, IL | 9.0 |
| Akin Comm Cons Elem School Akin, IL | 8.9 |
| Beecher City Grade School Beecher City, IL | 8.9 |
| Iroquois West Elem School/Gilman Gilman, IL | 8.9 |
| Park View Elem School Lombard, IL | 8.9 |
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 Pre-K through 1st.
How many students attend Salt Creek Elem School?
Salt Creek Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 157 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Salt Creek Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Salt Creek Elem School is 15.7:1. 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 #159 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 9.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
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?
38.9% 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 1st
- Enrollment
- 157
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 38.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- DuPage County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.4%
- Phone
- (630) 832-6122
Resources & Links
District
Salt Creek SD 48- District Enrollment
- 509
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,209
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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