What types of schools are available in Aurora, Illinois?

Aurora, Illinois offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in Aurora, Illinois

Q: How many schools are in Aurora, Illinois?

There are 46 schools in Aurora, Illinois, serving 36,054 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in Aurora?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Aurora, Illinois, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

Compare 46 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

36,054

Total Students

Across Aurora

15:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

46 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency Averages

Math Assessment Score0%

ELA Assessment Score9%

🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)3 Schools

Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)2 Schools

Larger Class Size (>20:1)1 Schools

💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
✓Largest student enrollment is 643 students at Prairie Children Preschool.
✓Best student-teacher ratio is 12:1, offering optimal classroom attention.

🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

Hall Elem School

publicelementaryPK-5

2001 Heather Dr, Aurora, IL 60506

729 W Galena Blvd, Aurora, IL 60506

724 Pennsylvania Ave, Aurora, IL 60506

Benavides Steam Academy

publicelementaryK-K2

250 E Indian Trl, Aurora, IL 60505

West Aurora Learning Center/Ela

publicelementaryPK-PK

1870 W Galena Blvd, Aurora, IL 60506

Prairie Children Preschool

publicelementaryPK-PK

780 Shoreline Dr, Aurora, IL 60504

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Detailed Overview of Schools in Aurora

Aurora, Illinois is home to 46 schools serving over 36,054 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →

Schoolary Research Team

Verified with NCES & state education agency data

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Aurora, Illinois?

There are 46 schools in Aurora, serving 36,054 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Aurora?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Aurora include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Aurora?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Aurora is 15:1.

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