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Spring Trail Elementary School

Elementary School · SD U-46

1384 Spring Valley Dr, Carol Stream, IL 60188

Enrollment

484

Student-Teacher

20.2:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#1,626 of 3,813

In Carol Stream

#9 of 9

public schools

In district

#9 of 51

SD U-46

Academic performance

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Spring Trail Elementary School

6.5/10

Elementary School in Carol Stream · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.5/10

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About Spring Trail Elementary School

Spring Trail Elementary School is a public elementary school in Carol Stream, IL, part of SD U-46. Spring Trail Elementary School serves approximately 484 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 20.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Spring Trail Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,626 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Spring Trail Elementary School show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.9 pts above district
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • District avg 4.6
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Spring Trail Elementary School runs 20.2:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.79 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency41% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency39% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+5.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile77th
Resources & Environment2.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio20.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,216
Chronic Absenteeism21.1%

Spring Trail Elementary School — Students at Spring Trail Elementary School score 39% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

35.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 62.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 55.9% (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
96%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
95%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
84%
2012
Math
79%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
69%
2014
Math
48%
ELA
53%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
44%
2016
Math
50%
ELA
41%
2017
Math
50%
ELA
46%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2022
ELA
41%

* 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: 6.7/10.

How Spring Trail Elementary School Compares

See how Spring Trail Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.5/10
57th percentile in IL
Academic
8.5/10
Excellent
Growth
6.7/10
Average
Environment
2.9/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
35%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.1%

Location

1384 Spring Valley Dr, Carol Stream, IL 60188

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Spring Trail Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Roy De Shane Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Carol Stream Elem School (rated 8.1/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cloverdale Elem School (rated 8.0/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Carol Stream, see our Carol Stream schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Prairieview Elementary School Bartlett 1.1 mi 5.5
Heritage Lakes Elem School Carol Stream 0.9 mi 7.9
Evergreen Elementary School Carol Stream 1.4 mi 6.8
Bartlett High School Bartlett 1.3 mi 7.3
Benjamin Middle School West Chicago 1.9 mi 7.7
Elsie C Johnson Elem Sch Hanover Park 1.5 mi 6.8
Glenbard North High School Carol Stream 1.7 mi 8.3
Centennial School Bartlett 2.3 mi 7.3
Sycamore Trails Elementary School Bartlett 2.2 mi 7.0
Cloverdale Elem School Carol Stream 1.9 mi 8.0
GREENBROOK MONTESSORI SCHOOL Hanover Park 2.5 mi
Roy De Shane Elementary School Carol Stream 2.2 mi 8.2
Horizon Elem School Hanover Park 2.6 mi 6.5
Greenbrook Elem School Hanover Park 2.5 mi 5.1
Western Trails Elem School Carol Stream 2.4 mi 7.1
Carol Stream Elem School Carol Stream 2.7 mi 8.1
Jay Stream Middle School Carol Stream 2.7 mi 7.2
CCSD 93 Early Childhood Cntr Bloomingdale 2.5 mi 7.1
ST ISIDORE SCHOOL Bloomingdale 2.7 mi 5.9
Spring Wood Middle School Hanover Park 3.1 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60188 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$107,560

Median Home Value

$311,600

Median Rent

$1,465/mo

Population

42,087

College Educated

43.9%

Homeownership

69.9%

Avg Commute

28.3 min

Poverty Rate

6.7%

Median Age

39.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Spring Trail Elementary School

What grades does Spring Trail Elementary School serve?

Spring Trail Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Spring Trail Elementary School?

Spring Trail Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 484 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Spring Trail Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Spring Trail Elementary School is 20.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Spring Trail Elementary School rank in IL?

Spring Trail Elementary School ranks #1,626 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Spring Trail Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Spring Trail Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Spring Trail Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Spring Trail Elementary School has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Spring Trail Elementary School a charter school?

No, Spring Trail Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Spring Trail Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Spring Trail Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Spring Trail Elementary School?

35.1% of students at Spring Trail Elementary 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
45 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
69 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
484
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
35.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
DuPage County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.1%

District

SD U-46
District Enrollment
34,553
Schools in District
56
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,216
District Rank
#9 of 51

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