Serving 354 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mill Creek 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 42% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mill 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
Mill Creek School's student population of 354 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
354 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mill Creek 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 Mill Creek School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#396 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
10%
29%
Black
n/a
16%
White
81%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mill Creek School's ranking?
Mill Creek School is ranked #396 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Mill Creek School often compared to?
Mill Creek Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like H C Storm Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Mill Creek School?
354 students attend Mill Creek School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Mill Creek School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mill Creek School?
Mill Creek School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mill Creek School offer ?
Mill Creek School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Mill Creek School part of?
Mill Creek School is part of Geneva CUSD 304 School District.
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