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Wayne Elem School

Elementary School · SD U-46

5N443 School St, Wayne, IL 60184

Enrollment

363

Student-Teacher

15.8:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#2,671 of 3,813

In district

#21 of 51

SD U-46

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Wayne Elem School

5.3/10

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

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9.1/10

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About Wayne Elem School

Wayne Elem School is a public elementary school in Wayne, IL, part of SD U-46. Wayne Elem School serves approximately 363 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Wayne Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,671 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Wayne Elem School show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 4.6
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.4Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.77 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency35% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-7.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile52th
Resources & Environment5.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,216
Chronic Absenteeism23.7%

Wayne Elem School — Students at Wayne Elem School score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

15.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 62.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 57.0% (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
95%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
96%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
95%
ELA
90%
2012
Math
83%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
80%
ELA
78%
2014
Math
49%
ELA
56%
2015
Math
58%
ELA
63%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
46%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
44%
ELA
35%
2019
Math
44%
ELA
35%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2022
ELA
32%

* 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: 4.4/10.

How Wayne Elem School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.3/10
30th percentile in IL
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
4.4/10
Below Average
Environment
5.5/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
16%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.7%

Location

5N443 School St, Wayne, IL 60184

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wayne Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Norton Creek Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby West Chicago), which scores notably higher. Another option is Munhall Elem School (rated 8.5/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Saint Charles), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Anderson Elem School (rated 7.7/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Saint Charles), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wayne, see our Wayne schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Norton Creek Elementary School West Chicago 1.4 mi 9.1
Wredling Middle School Saint Charles 2.2 mi 8.6
Nature Ridge Elem School Bartlett 2.8 mi 5.4
St Charles East High School Saint Charles 2.5 mi 8.6
PARKLAND PREPARATORY ACADEMY Bartlett 2.9 mi 8.3
Liberty Elem School Bartlett 3.2 mi 7.3
Bartlett High School Bartlett 2.7 mi 7.3
Sycamore Trails Elementary School Bartlett 3.0 mi 7.0
Wegner Elementary School West Chicago 3.6 mi 6.6
Anderson Elem School Saint Charles 3.1 mi 7.7
Clinton Elem School South Elgin 3.7 mi 5.1
KENSINGTON SCHOOL OF ST CHARLES Saint Charles 3.9 mi
PARKLAND PREPARATORY ACADEMY Bartlett 3.7 mi 8.3
South Elgin High School South Elgin 3.9 mi 7.1
Kenyon Woods Middle School South Elgin 4.2 mi 5.6
Munhall Elem School Saint Charles 4.1 mi 8.5
Willard Elem School South Elgin 4.1 mi 2.1
Huff Elem School Elgin 4.9 mi 3.5
Turner Elem School West Chicago 4.5 mi 5.1
Centennial School Bartlett 3.9 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60184 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$170,074

Median Home Value

$674,000

Median Rent

$3,501/mo

Population

2,280

College Educated

59.6%

Homeownership

94.7%

Avg Commute

23.6 min

Poverty Rate

2.3%

Median Age

50.6

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Dwight D Eisenhower Elem School Prospect Heights, IL 5.3
Eastview Elementary School Canton, IL 5.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wayne Elem School

What grades does Wayne Elem School serve?

Wayne Elem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Wayne Elem School?

Wayne Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 363 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Wayne Elem School is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Wayne Elem School rank in IL?

Wayne Elem School ranks #2,671 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Wayne Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Wayne Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Wayne Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Wayne Elem School has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Wayne Elem School a charter school?

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

Is Wayne Elem School a Title I school?

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

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

15.7% of students at Wayne 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
9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
363
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
15.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
DuPage County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.7%

District

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

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