Serving 533 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ferson Creek School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 533 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Ferson Creek School serves the northwest part of Saint Charles, IL, covering an area of approximately 9.5 square miles. Families typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 3.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ferson Creek School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ferson Creek School's student population of 533 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
533 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Motto
A wonderful community of self-motivated, life-long learners.
School Rankings
Ferson Creek School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ferson Creek School is 0.42, 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
#107 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
6%
Hispanic
7%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
75%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ferson Creek School's ranking?
Ferson Creek School is ranked #107 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Ferson Creek School often compared to?
Ferson Creek Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Corron Elementary School, Wild Rose Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Ferson Creek School?
533 students attend Ferson Creek School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Ferson Creek School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ferson Creek School?
Ferson Creek School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ferson Creek School offer ?
Ferson Creek School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Ferson Creek School part of?
Ferson Creek School is part of St Charles CUSD 303 School District.
School Calendar
View the Ferson Creek School yearly calendar below.
School Reviews
Review Ferson Creek School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
What Makes an Elementary School Feel Supportive?
Discover what makes one elementary school more supportive than another, from teacher relationships and family communication to classroom attention, belonging, student services, leadership, routines, and responsive academic support systems.
Second School Tour: Questions Parents Forget to Ask
A second school tour can reveal what families miss initially. Learn which questions to ask about teachers, support, schedules, safety, communication, programs, and everyday student life before enrolling.
Attendance Policies Are Changing: Parent Guide 2026
Attendance policies are changing across public schools. Learn what parents should examine about absences, tardiness, interventions, flexibility, communication, and student support before choosing a school for their child today.
