Serving 421 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kaneland John Shields 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 29% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 421 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Kaneland John Shields Elementary School serves the southeastern part of Sugar Grove, IL, covering an area of approximately 11.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.4 miles to the nearest edge and a maximum distance of 5.2 miles from the school to the furthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kaneland John Shields Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Kaneland John Shields Elementary School's student population of 421 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
421 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kaneland John Shields 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 Kaneland John Shields Elementary School is 0.37, 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
#1078 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
27%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
30%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
78%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Knights
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kaneland John Shields Elementary School's ranking?
Kaneland John Shields Elementary School is ranked #1078 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Kaneland John Shields Elementary School?
421 students attend Kaneland John Shields Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Kaneland John Shields Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kaneland John Shields Elementary School?
Kaneland John Shields Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kaneland John Shields Elementary School offer ?
Kaneland John Shields Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Kaneland John Shields Elementary School part of?
Kaneland John Shields Elementary School is part of Kaneland CUSD 302 School District.
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