Serving 424 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kaneland Mcdole Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 424 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 1% in IL)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kaneland Mcdole Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Kaneland Mcdole Elementary School's student population of 424 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
424 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Kaneland Mcdole Elementary School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)29%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
24%
28%
Black
5%
16%
White
63%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
8%
27%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% IL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Kaneland Mcdole Elementary School?
424 students attend Kaneland Mcdole Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Kaneland Mcdole Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kaneland Mcdole Elementary School?
Kaneland Mcdole Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kaneland Mcdole Elementary School offer ?
Kaneland Mcdole Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Kaneland Mcdole Elementary School part of?
Kaneland Mcdole Elementary School is part of Kaneland CUSD 302 School District.
School Reviews
5 2/28/2012
Wonderful dedicated Teachers and students.
5 1/17/2011
Great school with great teachers...but watch out for the office desk ladies! Those 2 are NOT friendly at all! We were new to the area and all my neighbors warned me about them. They were right, they are very mean!
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