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#190 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 5% in state

Steeple Run Elem School

Elementary School · Naperville CUSD 203

6S151 Steeple Run Dr, Naperville, IL 60540

Enrollment

637

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

8.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#190 of 3,813

In Naperville

#13 of 40

public schools

In district

#13 of 22

Naperville CUSD 203

Academic performance

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Steeple Run Elem School

8.9/10

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

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About Steeple Run Elem School

Steeple Run Elem School is a public elementary school in Naperville, IL, part of Naperville CUSD 203. Steeple Run Elem School serves approximately 637 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Steeple Run Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #190 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Steeple Run Elem School show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.9 · Excellent
  • District avg 9.1
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.5Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.36 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency51% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency58% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency55% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+15.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile93th
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,199
Chronic Absenteeism15.2%

Steeple Run Elem School — Students at Steeple Run Elem School score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

22.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 71.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 71.2% (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
94%
ELA
91%
2010
Math
95%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
95%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
81%
ELA
83%
2013
Math
86%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
59%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
65%
ELA
61%
2016
Math
61%
ELA
66%
2017
Math
64%
ELA
68%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
69%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
69%
2020*
Math
51%
ELA
55%
2021*
Math
51%
ELA
55%
2022
ELA
58%

* 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: 8.5/10.

How Steeple Run Elem School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.9/10
95th percentile in IL
Academic
9.5/10
Excellent
Growth
8.5/10
Excellent
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
22%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
47 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.2%

Location

6S151 Steeple Run Dr, Naperville, IL 60540

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Steeple Run Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Meadow Glens Elementary School (rated 9.7/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Ellsworth Elem School (rated 9.7/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Highlands Elem School (rated 9.4/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Naperville, see our Naperville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
BENET ACADEMY Lisle 0.5 mi 4.3
Kennedy Junior High School Lisle 1.3 mi 9.4
Lisle High School Lisle 1.3 mi 9.0
Ann Reid Early Childhood Center Naperville 1.7 mi 6.1
GIANT STEPS ILLINOIS Lisle 2.0 mi 8.2
Prairie Elem School Naperville 1.6 mi 9.2
ROSEHILL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lisle 1.7 mi
Lisle Jr High School Lisle 1.8 mi 7.3
Meadow Glens Elementary School Naperville 2.5 mi 9.7
DUPAGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Naperville 2.3 mi 8.4
ST JOAN OF ARC Lisle 2.0 mi 5.5
Ellsworth Elem School Naperville 2.0 mi 9.7
CHESTERTON ACADEMY OF THE HOLY FAMILY Lisle 2.0 mi 6.3
Jefferson Jr High School Naperville 2.2 mi 8.5
Beebe Elem School Naperville 2.1 mi 8.5
SAINTS PETER & PAUL SCHOOL Naperville 2.1 mi 4.6
Highlands Elem School Naperville 2.3 mi 9.4
Ranch View Elementary School Naperville 3.0 mi 9.1
Goodrich Elem School Woodridge 2.5 mi 6.8
Washington Jr High School Naperville 2.4 mi 8.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60540 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$155,866

Median Home Value

$504,900

Median Rent

$1,982/mo

Population

42,660

College Educated

71.8%

Homeownership

75.2%

Avg Commute

28.7 min

Poverty Rate

3.7%

Median Age

41.2

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Arnett C Lines Elem School Barrington, IL 8.9
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Coonley Elem School Chicago, IL 8.9
Country Meadows Elem School Long Grove, IL 8.9
Horace Mann Elem School Oak Park, IL 8.9
LEARN John Kathy Schreiber Chrtr Waukegan, IL 8.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Steeple Run Elem School

What grades does Steeple Run Elem School serve?

Steeple Run Elem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Steeple Run Elem School?

Steeple Run Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 637 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Steeple Run Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at Steeple Run Elem School is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Steeple Run Elem School rank in IL?

Steeple Run Elem School ranks #190 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Steeple Run Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Steeple Run Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 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 Steeple Run Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Steeple Run Elem School has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Steeple Run Elem School a charter school?

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

Is Steeple Run Elem School a Title I school?

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

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

22.1% of students at Steeple Run 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
54 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
637
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
47
Free/Reduced Lunch
22.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
DuPage County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.2%

District

Naperville CUSD 203
District Enrollment
16,071
Schools in District
22
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,199
District Rank
#13 of 22

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