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Steuben Elementary School

Elementary School · Kankakee SD 111

520 S Wildwood Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901

Enrollment

214

Student-Teacher

15.3:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#2,090 of 3,813

In Kankakee

#3 of 11

public schools

In district

#3 of 10

Kankakee SD 111

Academic growth

7.1 / 10

Very Good

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Steuben Elementary School

6.0/10

Elementary School in Kankakee · grades Pre-K – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Steuben Elementary School

Steuben Elementary School is a public elementary school in Kankakee, IL, part of Kankakee SD 111. Steuben Elementary School serves approximately 214 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Steuben Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,090 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Steuben Elementary School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.3 pts above district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 4.7
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

39% of students at Steuben Elementary 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 Progress7.1Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.56 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency15% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency2.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency9% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)6% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+2.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile36th
Resources & Environment3.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,743
Chronic Absenteeism39.3%

Steuben Elementary School — Students at Steuben Elementary School score 9% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 6%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

93.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 30.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 17.7% (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
72%
ELA
47%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2013
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2014
Math
12%
ELA
7.5%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
7.5%
2016
Math
12%
ELA
2.5%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
2.5%
2018
Math
24.5%
ELA
5%
2019
Math
24.5%
ELA
5%
2020*
Math
15%
ELA
5%
2021*
Math
15%
ELA
5%
2022
ELA
2.5%

* 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 Steuben Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.0/10
45th percentile in IL
Academic
5.4/10
Average
Growth
7.1/10
Very Good
Environment
3.9/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
94%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
14 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
39.3%

Location

520 S Wildwood Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Steuben Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bradley East Elem School (rated 7.3/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Bradley), which scores notably higher. Another option is BISHOP MCNAMARA CATHOLIC SCHOOL,BOURBONNAIS (rated 6.9/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Bourbonnais), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Alan B Shepard Elem School (rated 6.2/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Bourbonnais), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Kankakee, see our Kankakee schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Lincoln Cltrl Ctr-Montessori Elem Kankakee 0.5 mi 4.6
King Middle Grade School Kankakee 0.5 mi 3.8
Edison Primary School Kankakee 0.7 mi 2.7
Proegler School Kankakee 1.0 mi 4.6
Kankakee Junior High School Kankakee 1.1 mi 4.6
Mark Twain Primary School Kankakee 1.2 mi 6.1
BISHOP MCNAMARA CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Kankakee 1.6 mi 3.8
Bradley East Elem School Bradley 1.9 mi 7.3
GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kankakee 1.5 mi 6.8
Taft Primary School Kankakee 1.5 mi 4.4
John Kennedy Middle Grade School Kankakee 1.6 mi 5.2
Kankakee High School Kankakee 1.7 mi 6.4
Bradley Central Middle School Bradley 2.2 mi 5.1
KANKAKEE TRINITY ACADEMY Kankakee 1.8 mi 6.2
Bradley-Bourbonnais C High School Bradley 2.5 mi 6.7
Bradley West Elem School Bradley 2.4 mi 5.9
BISHOP MCNAMARA CATHOLIC SCHOOL,BOURBONNAIS Bourbonnais 3.2 mi 6.9
Shabbona Elem School Bourbonnais 3.5 mi 5.5
Alan B Shepard Elem School Bourbonnais 3.5 mi 6.2
Bourbonnais Upper Grade Center Bourbonnais 3.9 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,557

Median Home Value

$143,200

Median Rent

$1,020/mo

Population

33,224

College Educated

15.7%

Homeownership

60.6%

Avg Commute

22.4 min

Poverty Rate

21.7%

Median Age

37.8

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Edison Elem School Stickney, IL 6.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Steuben Elementary School

What grades does Steuben Elementary School serve?

Steuben Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.

How many students attend Steuben Elementary School?

Steuben Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 214 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Steuben Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Steuben Elementary School is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Steuben Elementary School rank in IL?

Steuben Elementary School ranks #2,090 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Steuben Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Steuben Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Steuben Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Steuben Elementary School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Steuben Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Steuben Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

93.5% of students at Steuben 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
69 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
214
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Free/Reduced Lunch
93.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Kankakee County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
39.3%

District

Kankakee SD 111
District Enrollment
4,655
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,743
District Rank
#3 of 10

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