Serving 577 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Fox Meadow 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 27% (which is equal to the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 577 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fox Meadow Elementary School serves the west part of South Elgin, IL, covering an area of approximately 1.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being around 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fox Meadow Elementary School's student population of 577 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
577 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 29-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fox Meadow 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 Fox Meadow Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#1762 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 29-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Hispanic
44%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Black
5%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
White
37%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fox Meadow Elementary School's ranking?
Fox Meadow Elementary School is ranked #1762 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Fox Meadow Elementary School often compared to?
Fox Meadow Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clinton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Fox Meadow Elementary School?
577 students attend Fox Meadow Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Fox Meadow Elementary School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fox Meadow Elementary School?
Fox Meadow Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fox Meadow Elementary School offer ?
Fox Meadow Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Fox Meadow Elementary School part of?
Fox Meadow Elementary School is part of School District U-46.
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