Serving 424 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kaneland Blackberry Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 424 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Kaneland Blackberry Creek Elementary serves the southern part of Elburn, IL, covering an attendance zone of approximately 56.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of about 6 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 10.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kaneland Blackberry Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Kaneland Blackberry Creek Elementary School's student population of 424 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
424 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
Kaneland Blackberry Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kaneland Blackberry Creek Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#734 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
12%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
83%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
43%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kaneland Blackberry Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Kaneland Blackberry Creek Elementary School is ranked #734 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Kaneland Blackberry Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Kaneland Blackberry Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kaneland John Stewart Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Kaneland Blackberry Creek Elementary School?
424 students attend Kaneland Blackberry Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Kaneland Blackberry Creek Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kaneland Blackberry Creek Elementary School?
Kaneland Blackberry Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kaneland Blackberry Creek Elementary School offer ?
Kaneland Blackberry Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Kaneland Blackberry Creek Elementary School part of?
Kaneland Blackberry Creek Elementary School is part of Kaneland CUSD 302 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
KBK Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
KBK Spring Break - No School
March 29, 2027 (Monday)
KBK Last Day for Early Childhood
May 13, 2027 (Thursday)
KBK K-5 Last Day of School
May 14, 2027 (Friday)
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