Serving 492 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Fearn 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 23% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 492 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fearn Elementary School serves the northwest part of North Aurora, IL, covering an area of approximately 10.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.4 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 4.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fearn Elementary School's student population of 492 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
492 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fearn Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fearn Elementary School is 0.66, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1715 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
35%
29%
Black
11%
16%
White
46%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fearn Elementary School's ranking?
Fearn Elementary School is ranked #1715 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Fearn Elementary School often compared to?
Fearn Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Smith Elementary School, Freeman Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Fearn Elementary School?
492 students attend Fearn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Fearn Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 11% 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 Fearn Elementary School?
Fearn Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fearn Elementary School offer ?
Fearn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Fearn Elementary School part of?
Fearn Elementary School is part of Aurora West USD 129 School District.
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