Serving 408 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Carol Stream Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 408 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carol Stream Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Carol Stream Elementary School's student population of 408 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
408 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Carol Stream Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carol Stream Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#662 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
18%
6%
Hispanic
41%
28%
Black
6%
16%
White
31%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carol Stream Elementary School's ranking?
Carol Stream Elementary School is ranked #662 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Carol Stream Elementary School often compared to?
Carol Stream Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cloverdale Elementary School, Roy De Shane Elementary School, Western Trails Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Carol Stream Elementary School?
408 students attend Carol Stream Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Carol Stream Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carol Stream Elementary School?
Carol Stream Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Carol Stream Elementary School offer ?
Carol Stream Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Carol Stream Elementary School part of?
Carol Stream Elementary School is part of CCSD 93 School District.
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