For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 924 students in Elburn, IL.
The top-ranked public schools in Elburn, IL are Kaneland Blackberry Creek Elementary School and Kaneland John Stewart Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Elburn, IL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Elburn have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Elburn, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kaneland Blackberry Creek Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1122 Anderson Rd
Elburn, IL 60119
(630) 365-1122
Elburn, IL 60119
(630) 365-1122
Gr: PK-5 | 424 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Kaneland John Stewart Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
817 Prairie Valley St
Elburn, IL 60119
(630) 365-8170
Elburn, IL 60119
(630) 365-8170
Gr: PK-5 | 500 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Elburn, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in Elburn, IL include Kaneland Blackberry Creek Elementary School and Kaneland John Stewart Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Elburn?
2 public schools are located in Elburn.
What is the racial composition of students in Elburn?
Elburn public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Elburn are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Elburn include: Kaneland Blackberry Creek Elementary School vs. Kaneland John Stewart Elementary School
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