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Sator Sanchez Elem School

Elementary School · Joliet PSD 86

1101 Harrison Ave, Joliet, IL 60432

Enrollment

631

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

3.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#3,609 of 3,813

In Joliet

#25 of 31

public schools

In district

#15 of 20

Joliet PSD 86

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Sator Sanchez Elem School

3.7/10

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

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About Sator Sanchez Elem School

Sator Sanchez Elem School is a public elementary school in Joliet, IL, part of Joliet PSD 86. Sator Sanchez Elem School serves approximately 631 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Sator Sanchez Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #3,609 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Sator Sanchez Elem School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.5
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

36% of students at Sator Sanchez 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 Progress2.2Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-6.73 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.4Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency0.5% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency8% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency4% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)4% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+0.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile25th
Resources & Environment6.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,414
Chronic Absenteeism35.7%

Sator Sanchez Elem School — Students at Sator Sanchez Elem School score 4% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 4%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

98.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 30.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 25.4% (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
85%
ELA
63%
2010
Math
85%
ELA
66%
2011
Math
80%
ELA
64%
2012
Math
43%
ELA
43%
2013
Math
46%
ELA
35%
2014
Math
11%
ELA
18%
2015
Math
9%
ELA
9%
2016
Math
11%
ELA
7%
2017
Math
8%
ELA
10%
2018
Math
6%
ELA
11%
2019
Math
6%
ELA
11%
2020*
Math
0.5%
ELA
5%
2021*
Math
0.5%
ELA
5%
2022
ELA
8%

* 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: 2.2/10.

How Sator Sanchez Elem School Compares

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

Overall Score
3.7/10
5th percentile in IL
Academic
4.4/10
Below Average
Growth
2.2/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.3/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
98%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
35.7%

Location

1101 Harrison Ave, Joliet, IL 60432

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sator Sanchez Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Eisenhower Academy (rated 8.9/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Fairmont School (rated 7.3/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Lockport), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST MARY NATIVITY SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Joliet, see our Joliet schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Forest Park Individual Ed School Joliet 0.8 mi 5.5
Joliet Central High School Joliet 1.2 mi 5.3
ST MARY NATIVITY SCHOOL Joliet 1.0 mi 6.2
VILASECA JOSEPHINE CENTER Joliet 1.1 mi
Fairmont School Lockport 1.5 mi 7.3
Isaac Singleton Elem Sch Joliet 1.1 mi 6.0
Gompers Junior High School Joliet 1.3 mi 5.2
ST JOSEPH ACADEMY Joliet 1.4 mi
Woodland Elem School Joliet 1.7 mi 4.8
A O Marshall Elem School Joliet 1.5 mi 4.1
M J Cunningham Elem Sch Joliet 1.4 mi 4.4
Edna Keith Elem School Joliet 1.9 mi 4.9
Washington Jr High & Academy Prgm Joliet 1.9 mi 6.6
Chaney-Monge School Crest Hill 1.7 mi 6.2
T E Culbertson Elem School Joliet 1.9 mi 3.3
CATHEDRAL OF ST RAYMOND SCHOOL Joliet 1.7 mi 5.5
Farragut Elem School Joliet 1.8 mi 3.6
Taft Grade School Lockport 2.6 mi 4.6
Eisenhower Academy Joliet 2.5 mi 8.9
ST DENNIS SCHOOL Lockport 3.0 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60432 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,099

Median Home Value

$185,100

Median Rent

$1,261/mo

Population

20,098

College Educated

12.9%

Homeownership

57.1%

Avg Commute

29.4 min

Poverty Rate

18.6%

Median Age

33.6

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Academy for Global Citizenship Chicago, IL 3.7
Central Park Elem School Midlothian, IL 3.7
Cortland Elementary School Cortland, IL 3.7
Gavin Central Elementary School Ingleside, IL 3.7
George O Barr School Silvis, IL 3.7
Jane Addams Elem School Melrose Park, IL 3.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sator Sanchez Elem School

What grades does Sator Sanchez Elem School serve?

Sator Sanchez Elem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Sator Sanchez Elem School?

Sator Sanchez Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 631 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sator Sanchez Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at Sator Sanchez Elem School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sator Sanchez Elem School rank in IL?

Sator Sanchez Elem School ranks #3,609 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Sator Sanchez Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Sator Sanchez Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 Sator Sanchez Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sator Sanchez Elem School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Sator Sanchez Elem School a charter school?

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

Is Sator Sanchez Elem School a Title I school?

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

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

98.4% of students at Sator Sanchez 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
39 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
27 Some Transit
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
631
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Free/Reduced Lunch
98.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Will County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
35.7%

District

Joliet PSD 86
District Enrollment
9,449
Schools in District
22
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,414
District Rank
#15 of 20

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