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Southbury Elem School

Elementary School · CUSD 308

820 Preston Ln, Oswego, IL 60543

Enrollment

605

Student-Teacher

15.5:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#1,324 of 3,813

In Oswego

#4 of 12

public schools

In district

#8 of 21

CUSD 308

Academic growth

7.1 / 10

Very Good

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Southbury Elem School

6.9/10

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

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About Southbury Elem School

Southbury Elem School is a public elementary school in Oswego, IL, part of CUSD 308. Southbury Elem School serves approximately 605 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Southbury Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,324 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Southbury Elem School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.1Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.55 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.1Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency33% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency36% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-4.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile58th
Resources & Environment5.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,904
Chronic Absenteeism16%

Southbury Elem School — Students at Southbury Elem School score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

20.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 56.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 56.2% (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
91%
ELA
84%
2010
Math
91%
ELA
81%
2011
Math
89%
ELA
81%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
59%
2013
Math
74%
ELA
69%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
54%
2015
Math
48%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
38%
ELA
48%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
61%
2018
Math
45%
ELA
41%
2019
Math
45%
ELA
41%
2020*
Math
33%
ELA
39%
2021*
Math
33%
ELA
39%
2022
ELA
38%

* 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: 7.1/10.

How Southbury Elem School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.9/10
65th percentile in IL
Academic
7.1/10
Very Good
Growth
7.1/10
Very Good
Environment
5.9/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
21%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.0%

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

820 Preston Ln, Oswego, IL 60543

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Southbury Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Prairie Point Elem School (rated 6.9/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Churchill Elem School (rated 6.7/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Hunt Club Elem (rated 5.5/10, 3.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Oswego, see our Oswego schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Traughber Jr High School Oswego 0.8 mi 5.0
Oswego High School Oswego 0.8 mi 7.1
Thompson Jr High School Oswego 1.2 mi 4.1
Prairie Point Elem School Oswego 1.3 mi 6.9
Old Post Elementary School Oswego 1.7 mi 5.3
Long Beach Elem School Montgomery 2.1 mi 3.2
Plank Junior High Oswego 1.7 mi 5.3
Boulder Hill Elem School Montgomery 2.1 mi 4.3
Churchill Elem School Oswego 1.7 mi 6.7
Brokaw Early Learning Center Oswego 1.9 mi 5.3
Fox Chase Elementary School Oswego 2.1 mi 4.8
Oswego East High School Oswego 2.7 mi 7.6
Rose E Krug Elem School Aurora 3.6 mi 5.0
Nicholson Elem School Montgomery 3.7 mi 5.4
G N Dieterich Elem School Aurora 3.7 mi 5.2
Hunt Club Elem Oswego 3.2 mi 5.5
C M Bardwell Elem School Aurora 4.5 mi 5.1
POPE ST. JOHN PAUL II CATH. ACADEMY-SOUTH CAMPUS Aurora 4.4 mi 5.0
John Gates Elem School Aurora 4.4 mi 5.3
Murphy Junior High School Plainfield 3.8 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60543 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$116,507

Median Home Value

$319,300

Median Rent

$1,558/mo

Population

41,723

College Educated

42.3%

Homeownership

86.2%

Avg Commute

30 min

Poverty Rate

2.7%

Median Age

39.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Southbury Elem School

What grades does Southbury Elem School serve?

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

How many students attend Southbury Elem School?

Southbury Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 605 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Southbury Elem School is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Southbury Elem School rank in IL?

Southbury Elem School ranks #1,324 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Southbury Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Southbury Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Southbury Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Southbury Elem School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Southbury Elem School a charter school?

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

Is Southbury Elem School a Title I school?

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

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

20.8% of students at Southbury 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
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
605
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Free/Reduced Lunch
20.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Kendall County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.0%

District

CUSD 308
District Enrollment
16,851
Schools in District
22
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,904
District Rank
#8 of 21

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