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W S Beaupre Elem School

Elementary School · Aurora East USD 131

954 E Benton St, Aurora, IL 60505

Enrollment

224

Student-Teacher

14.9:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#2,384 of 3,813

In Aurora

#23 of 45

public schools

In district

#7 of 18

Aurora East USD 131

Academic growth

7.0 / 10

Very Good

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W S Beaupre Elem School

5.6/10

Elementary School in Aurora · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About W S Beaupre Elem School

W S Beaupre Elem School is a public elementary school in Aurora, IL, part of Aurora East USD 131. W S Beaupre Elem School serves approximately 224 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. W S Beaupre Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,384 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for W S Beaupre Elem School show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at W S Beaupre Elem School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.0Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.63 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.2Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency5% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency7.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency6% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)15% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-8.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile13th
Resources & Environment5.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,690
Chronic Absenteeism20.5%

W S Beaupre Elem School — Students at W S Beaupre Elem School score 6% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 15%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

74.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 25.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 21.8% (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
67%
ELA
42%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2013
Math
37%
ELA
22%
2014
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2015
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2016
Math
7.5%
ELA
7.5%
2017
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2018
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2019
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
15%
2021*
Math
5%
ELA
15%
2022
ELA
7.5%

* 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: 7.0/10.

How W S Beaupre Elem School Compares

See how W S Beaupre Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
38th percentile in IL
Academic
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
7.0/10
Very Good
Environment
5.7/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
75%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
15 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.5%

Location

954 E Benton St, Aurora, IL 60505

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering W S Beaupre Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Reba O Steck Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is N CAMPUS OF POPE ST JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC ACADEMY (rated 7.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, C I Johnson Elem School (rated 7.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Aurora, see our Aurora schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Edna Rollins Elem School Aurora 0.4 mi 4.2
East High School Aurora 0.5 mi 6.2
John Gates Elem School Aurora 0.8 mi 5.3
L D Brady Elem School Aurora 0.8 mi 6.2
Oak Park Elem School Aurora 1.0 mi 6.2
Fred Rodgers Magnet Acad Aurora 0.8 mi 8.1
Olney C Allen Elem School Aurora 0.9 mi 5.0
K D Waldo Middle School Aurora 0.8 mi 4.8
Henry W Cowherd Middle School Aurora 1.0 mi 5.0
POPE ST. JOHN PAUL II CATH. ACADEMY-SOUTH CAMPUS Aurora 1.1 mi 5.0
N CAMPUS OF POPE ST JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC ACADEMY Aurora 1.5 mi 7.1
G N Dieterich Elem School Aurora 1.6 mi 5.2
C I Johnson Elem School Aurora 1.5 mi 7.1
Nicholas A Hermes Elem School Aurora 1.9 mi 4.6
C F Simmons Middle School Aurora 1.9 mi 5.0
C M Bardwell Elem School Aurora 1.5 mi 5.1
Reba O Steck Elementary School Aurora 1.8 mi 7.3
Benavides Steam Academy Aurora 2.4 mi 6.8
Hill Elem School Aurora 2.1 mi 3.2
Rose E Krug Elem School Aurora 2.1 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60505 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,306

Median Home Value

$192,500

Median Rent

$1,230/mo

Population

58,176

College Educated

13.2%

Homeownership

57.8%

Avg Commute

24.5 min

Poverty Rate

14.6%

Median Age

31.6

Similar Schools

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

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ALL SAINTS ACADEMY Breese, IL 5.6
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Brown W Elem School Chicago, IL 5.6
Chateaux School Hazel Crest, IL 5.6
Colemon J Elem Academy Chicago, IL 5.6
Dallas City Elem School Dallas City, IL 5.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about W S Beaupre Elem School

What grades does W S Beaupre Elem School serve?

W S Beaupre Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend W S Beaupre Elem School?

W S Beaupre Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 224 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at W S Beaupre Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at W S Beaupre Elem School is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does W S Beaupre Elem School rank in IL?

W S Beaupre Elem School ranks #2,384 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is W S Beaupre Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

W S Beaupre Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 W S Beaupre Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, W S Beaupre Elem School has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is W S Beaupre Elem School a charter school?

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

Is W S Beaupre Elem School a Title I school?

No, W S Beaupre Elem School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for W S Beaupre Elem School?

74.6% of students at W S Beaupre 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
64 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
29 Some Transit
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
224
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Free/Reduced Lunch
74.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Kane County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.5%

District

Aurora East USD 131
District Enrollment
12,260
Schools in District
20
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,690
District Rank
#7 of 18

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