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Waterbury Elem School

Elementary School · Keeneyville SD 20

355 Rodenburg Rd, Roselle, IL 60172

Enrollment

439

Student-Teacher

11.3:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#2,758 of 3,813

In Roselle

#6 of 6

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

Keeneyville SD 20

School environment

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Waterbury Elem School

5.2/10

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

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4.5/10

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8.3/10

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About Waterbury Elem School

Waterbury Elem School is a public elementary school in Roselle, IL, part of Keeneyville SD 20. Waterbury Elem School serves approximately 439 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Waterbury Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,758 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Waterbury Elem School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 5.2
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.4Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-6.1 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)29% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-6.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile40th
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,146
Chronic Absenteeism20.7%

Waterbury Elem School — Students at Waterbury Elem School score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

44.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 45.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 46.6% (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
92%
ELA
80%
2010
Math
94%
ELA
85%
2011
Math
89%
ELA
84%
2012
Math
53%
ELA
66%
2013
Math
55%
ELA
65%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
43%
2015
Math
31%
ELA
38%
2016
Math
23%
ELA
38%
2017
Math
23%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
33%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
33%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
19%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
19%
2022
ELA
22%

* 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: 3.4/10.

How Waterbury Elem School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.2/10
28th percentile in IL
Academic
5.7/10
Average
Growth
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
45%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.7%

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

355 Rodenburg Rd, Roselle, IL 60172

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Waterbury Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Thomas Dooley Elem School (rated 9.0/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Schaumburg), which scores notably higher. Another option is Erickson Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Bloomingdale), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Nathan Hale Elem School (rated 8.2/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Schaumburg), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Roselle, see our Roselle schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Spring Wood Middle School Hanover Park 1.0 mi 4.5
Erickson Elementary School Bloomingdale 1.3 mi 8.3
GODDARD SCHOOL Bloomingdale 1.6 mi
AL-HUDA ACADEMY Schaumburg 1.6 mi 6.8
Greenbrook Elem School Hanover Park 1.5 mi 5.1
Nathan Hale Elem School Schaumburg 2.0 mi 8.2
Roselle Middle School Roselle 1.7 mi 8.7
Stratford Middle School Bloomingdale 2.3 mi 7.2
CCSD 93 Early Childhood Cntr Bloomingdale 2.4 mi 7.1
Horizon Elem School Hanover Park 1.8 mi 6.5
ST ISIDORE SCHOOL Bloomingdale 2.5 mi 5.9
Robert Frost JHS Schaumburg 2.4 mi 8.2
Hanover Highlands Elem School Hanover Park 2.2 mi 6.8
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Roselle 1.9 mi 5.8
Jane Addams JHS Schaumburg 2.6 mi 8.4
GREENBROOK MONTESSORI SCHOOL Hanover Park 2.0 mi
Thomas Dooley Elem School Schaumburg 2.7 mi 9.0
Buzz Aldrin Elem School Schaumburg 2.7 mi 7.4
Anne Fox Elem School Hanover Park 2.6 mi 6.2
Spring Hills Elem School Roselle 2.2 mi 8.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60172 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$109,322

Median Home Value

$323,000

Median Rent

$1,498/mo

Population

24,231

College Educated

40.7%

Homeownership

80%

Avg Commute

28.9 min

Poverty Rate

4.3%

Median Age

42.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Waterbury Elem School

What grades does Waterbury Elem School serve?

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

How many students attend Waterbury Elem School?

Waterbury Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 439 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Waterbury Elem School is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Waterbury Elem School rank in IL?

Waterbury Elem School ranks #2,758 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Waterbury Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Waterbury Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Waterbury Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Waterbury Elem School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Waterbury Elem School a charter school?

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

Is Waterbury Elem School a Title I school?

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

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

44.9% of students at Waterbury 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
39 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
60 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
439
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Free/Reduced Lunch
44.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
DuPage County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.7%

District

Keeneyville SD 20
District Enrollment
1,326
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,146
District Rank
#1 of 3

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