C M Bardwell Elem School

School Overview
C.M. Bardwell Elementary School, located on South Lincoln Avenue in Aurora, Illinois, is a neighborhood school serving students within the West Aurora School District 129. The school is named in honor of Claude M. Bardwell, who served as the superintendent of East Aurora schools in the early 20th century and was a prominent figure in the local educational community. The campus functions as a core academic hub for the surrounding residential area, focusing on foundational learning and social-emotional development for its primary-aged student population.

As part of District 129, Bardwell Elementary emphasizes a commitment to inclusive education and community engagement. The school typically offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes core subjects like literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies, often complemented by programs designed to support diverse learners and foster a welcoming school climate. By prioritizing both academic achievement and the well-being of its students, C.M. Bardwell strives to provide a stable and supportive learning environment that prepares children for their transition to middle school within the West Aurora district.
710
Total Students
39.5
Full-Time Teachers
18.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for C M Bardwell Elem School
Demographic Student Count
White17
Hispanic655
Black20
Asian1
Two or More12
American Indian3
Pacific Islander2
  • Hispanic
    655 (92.3 %)
  • Black
    20 (2.8 %)
  • White
    17 (2.4 %)
  • Two or More
    12 (1.7 %)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.4 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.3 %)
  • Asian
    1 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Aurora East USD 131
Phone: (630)299-5300
Website: http://www.d131.org
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 710
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 39.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 18.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 80
Kindergarten 97
Grade 1 105
Grade 2 98
Grade 3 106
Grade 4 114
Grade 5 110

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for C M Bardwell Elem School
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten80
Kindergarten97
Grade 1105
Grade 298
Grade 3106
Grade 4114
Grade 5110
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for C M Bardwell Elem School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female35850.4%
Male35249.6%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)