Kaneland Blackberry Creek Elem

School Overview
Kaneland Blackberry Creek Elementary School, located in Elburn, Illinois, serves as a key foundational institution within the Kaneland Community Unit School District 302. Catering to students in the early elementary grades, the school is deeply integrated into the suburban landscape of the western Chicago suburbs. It is widely recognized for fostering a close-knit, community-focused atmosphere that prioritizes both academic growth and the social-emotional development of its students. The school benefits from the broader district’s commitment to modern instructional practices and maintaining a rigorous curriculum designed to prepare young learners for their future academic journeys.

Beyond its core classroom instruction, Blackberry Creek is known for its collaborative partnership between educators, families, and the local Elburn community. The school emphasizes a supportive environment where diverse learning styles are acknowledged, often utilizing small-group instruction and interactive technology to engage students. By maintaining a focus on character development and student-centered initiatives, the school strives to create a welcoming space that builds a solid educational bedrock for children during their formative elementary years.
523
Total Students
43.5
Full-Time Teachers
12.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Kaneland Blackberry Creek Elem
Demographic Student Count
White440
Hispanic61
Black8
Two or More12
American Indian2
  • White
    440 (84.1 %)
  • Hispanic
    61 (11.7 %)
  • Two or More
    12 (2.3 %)
  • Black
    8 (1.5 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.4 %)
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: Kaneland CUSD 302
Phone: (630)365-1122
Website: http://www.kaneland.org
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 523
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 43.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.0
NSLP Participation:1 No
Qualified Free Lunch: N/A
Qualified Reduced Lunch: N/A
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 90
Kindergarten 73
Grade 1 63
Grade 2 62
Grade 3 81
Grade 4 77
Grade 5 77

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Kaneland Blackberry Creek Elem
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten90
Kindergarten73
Grade 163
Grade 262
Grade 381
Grade 477
Grade 577
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Kaneland Blackberry Creek Elem
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female24346.5%
Male28053.5%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)