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Shabbona Elem School

Elementary School · Bourbonnais SD 53

813 W Burns Rd BESD 53 Transportation Center, Bourbonnais, IL 60914

Enrollment

289

Student-Teacher

14.4:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#2,478 of 3,813

In Bourbonnais

#6 of 6

public schools

In district

#5 of 5

Bourbonnais SD 53

Academic performance

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Shabbona Elem School

5.5/10

Elementary School in Bourbonnais · grades Kindergarten – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Alan B Shepard Elem School

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About Shabbona Elem School

Shabbona Elem School is a public elementary school in Bourbonnais, IL, part of Bourbonnais SD 53. Shabbona Elem School serves approximately 289 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Shabbona Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,478 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Shabbona Elem School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.1Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.87 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency34.5% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency31% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)22% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+8.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile73th
Resources & Environment5.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,559
Chronic Absenteeism23.2%

Shabbona Elem School — Students at Shabbona Elem School score 31% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

58.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 43.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 37.0% (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
77%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
17%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
17%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
12%
2019
Math
17%
ELA
12%
2020*
Math
34.5%
ELA
24.5%
2021*
Math
34.5%
ELA
24.5%
2022
ELA
27%

* 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: 4.1/10.

How Shabbona Elem School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.5/10
35th percentile in IL
Academic
8.2/10
Excellent
Growth
4.1/10
Below Average
Environment
5.2/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
59%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.2%

Location

813 W Burns Rd BESD 53 Transportation Center, Bourbonnais, IL 60914

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Shabbona Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bradley East Elem School (rated 7.3/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Bradley), which scores notably higher. Another option is BISHOP MCNAMARA CATHOLIC SCHOOL,BOURBONNAIS (rated 6.9/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Alan B Shepard Elem School (rated 6.2/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bourbonnais, see our Bourbonnais schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Alan B Shepard Elem School Bourbonnais 0.1 mi 6.2
BISHOP MCNAMARA CATHOLIC SCHOOL,BOURBONNAIS Bourbonnais 0.3 mi 6.9
Bourbonnais Upper Grade Center Bourbonnais 0.4 mi 5.7
Noel Levasseur Elem School Bourbonnais 0.9 mi 5.7
Bradley-Bourbonnais C High School Bradley 0.9 mi 6.7
Bradley West Elem School Bradley 1.2 mi 5.9
Bradley Central Middle School Bradley 1.3 mi 5.1
BISHOP MCNAMARA CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Kankakee 1.9 mi 3.8
Liberty Intermediate School Bourbonnais 1.8 mi 5.9
Bradley East Elem School Bradley 1.8 mi 7.3
ST PAUL'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Bourbonnais 2.0 mi 5.4
Proegler School Kankakee 2.5 mi 4.6
KANKAKEE TRINITY ACADEMY Kankakee 2.6 mi 6.2
John Kennedy Middle Grade School Kankakee 3.3 mi 5.2
Taft Primary School Kankakee 3.5 mi 4.4
King Middle Grade School Kankakee 3.3 mi 3.8
Steuben Elementary School Kankakee 3.5 mi 6.0
Lincoln Cltrl Ctr-Montessori Elem Kankakee 3.4 mi 4.6
Kankakee High School Kankakee 3.9 mi 6.4
Edison Primary School Kankakee 3.8 mi 2.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60914 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$88,688

Median Home Value

$240,500

Median Rent

$1,206/mo

Population

28,503

College Educated

31.8%

Homeownership

71.1%

Avg Commute

21.8 min

Poverty Rate

8.9%

Median Age

35.6

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Andrew Cooke Magnet Elem School Waukegan, IL 5.5
Ashburn Community Elem School Chicago, IL 5.5
Blackstone Elem School Mendota, IL 5.5
CALVIN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL South Holland, IL 5.5
CATHEDRAL OF ST RAYMOND SCHOOL Joliet, IL 5.5
Carrollton Grade School Carrollton, IL 5.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Shabbona Elem School

What grades does Shabbona Elem School serve?

Shabbona Elem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.

How many students attend Shabbona Elem School?

Shabbona Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 289 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Shabbona Elem School is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Shabbona Elem School rank in IL?

Shabbona Elem School ranks #2,478 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Shabbona Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Shabbona Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Shabbona Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Shabbona Elem School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Shabbona Elem School a charter school?

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

Is Shabbona Elem School a Title I school?

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

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

58.8% of students at Shabbona 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
68 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
55 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
289
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
58.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Kankakee County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.2%

District

Bourbonnais SD 53
District Enrollment
2,337
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,559
District Rank
#5 of 5

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