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#939 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 25% in state

William J Butler School

Elementary School · Homer CCSD 33C

1900 S Farrell Rd, Lockport, IL 60441

Enrollment

567

Student-Teacher

16.2:1

Score

7.4

Grades

2nd – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#939 of 3,813

In Lockport

#2 of 8

public schools

In district

#4 of 6

Homer CCSD 33C

Academic growth

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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William J Butler School

7.4/10

Elementary School in Lockport · grades 2nd – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About William J Butler School

William J Butler School is a public elementary school in Lockport, IL, part of Homer CCSD 33C. William J Butler School serves approximately 567 students, and covers grades 2nd-4th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. William J Butler School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #939 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for William J Butler School show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.3
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.6Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.24 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.6Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency48% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency41% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency45% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-5.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile64th
Resources & Environment6.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,580
Chronic Absenteeism8.8%

William J Butler School — Students at William J Butler School score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 63.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 62.6% (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
97%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
98%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
96%
ELA
90%
2012
Math
68%
ELA
74%
2013
Math
79%
ELA
73%
2014
Math
50%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
43%
ELA
46%
2016
Math
43%
ELA
56%
2017
Math
46%
ELA
63%
2018
Math
56%
ELA
61%
2019
Math
56%
ELA
61%
2020*
Math
48%
ELA
41%
2021*
Math
48%
ELA
41%
2022
ELA
41%

* 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: 7.6/10.

How William J Butler School Compares

See how William J Butler School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.4/10
75th percentile in IL
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
7.6/10
Very Good
Environment
6.6/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.8%

Location

1900 S Farrell Rd, Lockport, IL 60441

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering William J Butler School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cherry Hill Elem and EC Center (rated 8.1/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby New Lenox), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Walsh Elem School (rated 8.0/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, William E Young School (rated 7.8/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Homer Glen), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lockport, see our Lockport schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Lockport Township High Sch East Lockport 0.7 mi 7.2
BOBBIE NOONANS CHILD CARE CENTER Lockport 0.8 mi
Kelvin Grove Jr High School Lockport 1.0 mi 6.2
Milne Grove Elem School Lockport 1.4 mi 7.0
Walsh Elem School Lockport 1.7 mi 8.0
ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lockport 1.5 mi 5.0
ST DENNIS SCHOOL Lockport 1.7 mi 6.1
LUPINE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lockport 2.2 mi 5.9
Taft Grade School Lockport 1.8 mi 4.6
Ludwig Elem School Lockport 2.1 mi 7.3
Oak Prairie Jr High School Homer Glen 2.3 mi 7.5
Fairmont School Lockport 2.3 mi 7.3
Forest Park Individual Ed School Joliet 2.7 mi 5.5
William E Young School Homer Glen 2.5 mi 7.8
Gompers Junior High School Joliet 3.1 mi 5.2
Isaac Singleton Elem Sch Joliet 3.2 mi 6.0
Luther J Schilling School Homer Glen 2.7 mi 7.5
A O Marshall Elem School Joliet 3.6 mi 4.1
Sator Sanchez Elem School Joliet 3.4 mi 3.7
Cherry Hill Elem and EC Center New Lenox 4.1 mi 8.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60441 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$104,271

Median Home Value

$287,100

Median Rent

$1,488/mo

Population

36,841

College Educated

35.5%

Homeownership

82.9%

Avg Commute

33.9 min

Poverty Rate

6.7%

Median Age

38.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about William J Butler School

What grades does William J Butler School serve?

William J Butler School serves students in grades 2nd through 4th.

How many students attend William J Butler School?

William J Butler School has an enrollment of approximately 567 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at William J Butler School?

The student-teacher ratio at William J Butler School is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does William J Butler School rank in IL?

William J Butler School ranks #939 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is William J Butler School's MySchoolScout rating?

William J Butler School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 William J Butler School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, William J Butler School has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is William J Butler School a charter school?

No, William J Butler School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is William J Butler School a Title I school?

No, William J Butler School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
15 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
2nd – 4th
Enrollment
567
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Will County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.8%

District

Homer CCSD 33C
District Enrollment
3,697
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,580
District Rank
#4 of 6

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