Serving 511 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Homestead Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (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 64% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 511 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Homestead Elementary School serves the northeast part of Aurora, IL, covering an attendance area of approximately 1.1 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 1 mile from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Homestead Elementary 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
Homestead Elementary School's student population of 511 students has stayed relatively flat 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
511 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
2002
School Rankings
Homestead Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Homestead Elementary School is 0.75, 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
#534 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
30%
6%
Hispanic
15%
29%
Black
11%
16%
White
36%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Huskies
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Homestead Elementary School's ranking?
Homestead Elementary School is ranked #534 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Homestead Elementary School often compared to?
Homestead Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like The Wheatlands Elementary School, Wolfs Crossing Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Homestead Elementary School?
511 students attend Homestead Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Homestead Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Homestead Elementary School?
Homestead Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Homestead Elementary School offer ?
Homestead Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Homestead Elementary School part of?
Homestead Elementary School is part of CUSD 308 School District.
In what neighborhood is Homestead Elementary School located?
Homestead Elementary School is located in the Homestead neighborhood of Aurora, IL.
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