Is Mabel O Donnell Elementary School a good school?

Mabel O Donnell Elementary School ranks in the bottom 8.9% of Illinois elementary schools.

How many students attend Mabel O Donnell Elementary School?

In the 2022-23 school year, 378 students attended Mabel O Donnell Elementary School.

What is the racial makeup of Mabel O Donnell Elementary School?

Students at Mabel O Donnell Elementary School are 71% Hispanic, 17% African American, 6% White, 3% Two or more races, 2% Asian.

What schools do graduates of Mabel O Donnell Elementary School attend?

Students who attend Mabel O Donnell Elementary School usually go on to attend: Middle : C F Simmons Middle School Middle : Fred Rodgers Magnet Academy High : East High School

Mabel O Donnell Elementary School

Summary:

Mabel O Donnell Elementary School is a public elementary school serving grades PK-5 in Aurora, Illinois, with 378 students enrolled. The school is part of the Aurora East Unified School District 131, which is ranked 785 out of 813 districts in Illinois and has a 0-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Mabel O Donnell Elementary School faces significant challenges in academic performance, with only 11% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts and just 3.9% proficient in mathematics, compared to state averages of 41.2% and 28.4%, respectively. The school also struggles with high chronic absenteeism, reaching 17.5% in the 2023-2024 school year, well above the state average of 13.9%. Additionally, the school performs poorly in supporting the academic achievement of various student subgroups, ranking in the bottom 20% of Illinois elementary schools for Hispanic students, English Language Learners, Special Education students, and students from low socioeconomic backgrounds.

While the challenges faced by Mabel O Donnell Elementary School appear to be systemic within the Aurora East Unified School District 131, as nearby schools in the district also struggle to meet state standards, the proximity of higher-performing schools in the Indian Prairie CUSD 204 district suggests that there may be opportunities for Mabel O Donnell Elementary School to learn from and collaborate with these successful schools to improve student outcomes.

Detail:

Public PK, KG-5

1640 Reckinger Rd
Aurora, IL 60505-1628

(630) 299-8300

District: Aurora East Unified School District 131

SchoolDigger Rank:
1884^th of 2,067 Illinois Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures: $19,774

Students who attend Mabel O Donnell Elementary School usually attend:

Middle:	C F Simmons Middle School
	Fred Rodgers Magnet Academy
High:	East High School

Student/teacher ratio: 13.9

Number of students: 378

Racial breakdown:

Hispanic:

71.4%

African American:

16.9%

White:

5.8%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 71.7%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details Mabel O Donnell Elementary School ranks worse than 91.1% of elementary schools in Illinois. It also ranks 5^th among 12 ranked elementary schools in the Aurora East Unified School District 131. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 14.11. (See more...)

Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.

Student Body

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Finance

Compare Details The average total spent per student at Mabel O Donnell Elementary School is $19,774. 6 elementary schools in the Aurora East Unified School District 131 spend more per student.

Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Mabel O Donnell Elementary School:

SchoolDigger ranks Mabel O Donnell Elementary School 1884^th of 2067 Illinois public elementary schools. (See Mabel O Donnell Elementary School in the ranking list.)

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Aurora East Unified School District 131:

SchoolDigger ranks Aurora East Unified School District 131 785^th of 813 Illinois school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for all students at Mabel O Donnell Elementary School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	IL State Percentile
2003	45.00	1303^rd	2020	35.5%
2004	40.50	1398^th	2030	31.1%
2005	35.74	1479^th	2022	26.9%
2006	32.59	1632^nd	2086	21.8%
2007	32.80	1642^nd	2095	21.6%
2008	13.50	1867^th	2092	10.8%
2009	16.34	1854^th	2120	12.5%
2010	15.50	1888^th	2139	11.7%
2011	23.28	1785^th	2147	16.9%
2012	30.84	1662^nd	2166	23.3%
2013	13.65	1944^th	2167	10.3%
2014	13.89	1872^nd	2093	10.6%
2015	10.67	1983^rd	2052	3.4%
2016	14.11	1851^st	2046	9.5%
2017	15.73	1800^th	2044	11.9%
2018	24.11	1549^th	2037	24.0%
2019	13.20	1926^th	2086	7.7%
2021	22.47	1492^nd	1948	23.4%
2022	18.56	1717^th	2082	17.5%
2023	23.58	1559^th	2077	24.9%
2024	14.11	1884^th	2067	8.9%

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Rank History for English Language Learner students at Mabel O Donnell Elementary School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	IL State Percentile
2018	32.65	533^rd	718	25.8%
2019	22.99	700^th	743	5.8%
2021	41.32	270^th	537	49.7%
2022	37.18	493^rd	768	35.8%
2023	41.60	420^th	788	46.7%
2024	19.62	807^th	826	2.3%

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Rank History for Special Education students at Mabel O Donnell Elementary School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	IL State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2019	30.27	834^th	1194	30.2%
2024	15.70	1161^st	1195	2.8%

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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Mabel O Donnell Elementary School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	IL State Percentile
2018	36.46	1150^th	1765	34.8%
2019	18.56	1668^th	1816	8.1%
2021	39.40	868^th	1514	42.7%
2022	30.10	1283^rd	1763	27.2%
2023	40.36	1042^nd	1808	42.4%
2024	18.57	1646^th	1793	8.2%

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Rank History for Female students at Mabel O Donnell Elementary School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	IL State Percentile
2018	23.99	1513^th	1964	23.0%
2019	13.50	1861^st	2019	7.8%
2022	19.10	1626^th	1970	17.5%
2023	18.26	1663^rd	1957	15.0%
2024	15.17	1747^th	1942	10.0%

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Rank History for Disabled students at Mabel O Donnell Elementary School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	IL State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2024	19.69	852^nd	886	3.8%

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Rank History for Male students at Mabel O Donnell Elementary School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	IL State Percentile
2018	26.32	1465^th	1972	25.7%
2019	14.74	1839^th	2019	8.9%
2021	20.29	1396^th	1707	18.2%
2022	19.70	1609^th	1977	18.6%
2023	31.24	1292^nd	1984	34.9%
2024	15.39	1746^th	1959	10.9%

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Rank History for Hispanic students at Mabel O Donnell Elementary School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	IL State Percentile
2018	36.97	581^st	938	38.1%
2019	16.13	914^th	955	4.3%
2021	30.69	528^th	742	28.8%
2022	21.44	845^th	954	11.4%
2023	32.45	664^th	970	31.5%
2024	20.87	847^th	959	11.7%

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Data source: test scores: Illinois State Board of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

Data source: Illinois State Board of Education

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by a parent on FaceBook
Sunday, May 6, 2012

We have been very impressed by the teachers our children have had, as well as the principal and vice principal. The office staff and nurse are all great too! I am very glad my kids attend O'Donnell!!! Close Quote

by a parent on FaceBook
Wednesday, May 2, 2012

This school is the best elementary in the district. They have a dedicated staff that work with parents to find the best in each student. The district really has their act together in how they help special needs students and those with learning disabilities. O'Donnell is also the home of the district wide elementary school magnet program. They have great after school activities, from tutoring to gym time to junior cheering and other programs. Several volunteer groups are active in the school. Class sizes are large but so far that has not presented a problem for our family. Our son, who is in his third year attending O'Donnell is thriving in the class. The students are not only instructed in the basics but there is an entire program dedicated to developing character. The character counts program helps the kids learn about things like good citizenship, responsibility and kindness. We truly love O'Donnell and I would not hesitate to reccommend it to anyone thinking of moving into our district. Close Quote

by a parent
Wednesday, May 2, 2012

Could not be happier! My kids are excelling and having fun!! Love the faculty. The morale seems super high. Love the Admin. Must see... come for a visit spend some time with the students in class. Visitors and volunteers always welcome! You'll love it as I do. Close Quote

by a citizen
Wednesday, May 2, 2012

O'Donnell School is a great school where teachers make learning a fun experience. The teachers, Principal and staff always treat the students with love & respect.
O'Donnell School is a wonderful school! Close Quote

Enrollment information for Mabel O Donnell Elementary School

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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Not Specified	Total
1988	220	93	1	122	3	n/a	n/a	0	439
1989	213	104	2	152	n/a	n/a	n/a	0	471
1990	188	89	6	128	n/a	n/a	n/a	0	411
1991	191	123	7	149	0	n/a	n/a	0	470
1992	160	124	9	132	0	n/a	n/a	0	425
1993	118	126	6	115	0	n/a	n/a	0	365
1994	136	174	4	120	1	n/a	n/a	0	435
1995	102	163	8	171	2	n/a	n/a	0	446
1996	102	163	8	171	2	n/a	n/a	0	446
1997	91	147	11	177	0	n/a	n/a	0	426
1998	87	163	7	188	0	n/a	n/a	0	445
1999	68	165	12	208	1	n/a	n/a	0	454
2000	81	146	12	223	0	n/a	n/a	0	462
2001	61	119	11	255	0	n/a	n/a	0	446
2002	39	105	9	261	1	n/a	n/a	0	415
2003	39	105	9	261	1	n/a	n/a	0	415
2004	43	93	12	263	1	n/a	n/a	0	412
2005	36	92	13	268	0	n/a	n/a	4	413
2006	39	76	17	290	0	n/a	n/a	9	431
2007	34	77	15	321	0	n/a	n/a	14	461
2008	26	61	7	318	0	n/a	n/a	23	435
2009	28	41	5	351	0	n/a	n/a	14	439
2010	27	56	5	343	0	n/a	n/a	29	460
2011	23	72	6	355	1	0	30	0	487
2012	24	64	9	392	7	0	23	0	519
2013	29	65	16	388	7	1	28	0	534
2014	18	55	5	386	5	2	23	0	494
2015	13	58	6	383	2	4	14	0	480
2016	18	72	10	359	1	3	10	0	473
2017	13	72	8	354	1	2	15	0	465
2018	12	56	8	307	1	0	11	0	395
2019	12	65	9	299	3	3	14	0	405
2020	17	66	10	296	2	2	3	0	396
2021	12	57	10	299	2	2	8	0	390
2022	18	47	12	277	2	1	10	0	367
2023	22	64	9	270	3	0	10	0	378

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Mabel O Donnell Elementary School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
1988	439	24.0	18.2	n/a
1989	471	24.0	19.6	n/a
1990	411	25.4	16.1	n/a
1991	470	24.8	18.9	n/a
1992	425	23.8	17.8	n/a
1993	365	21.5	17.0	n/a
1994	435	22.5	19.3	n/a
1995	446	21.2	21.0	n/a
1996	446	21.2	21.0	n/a
1997	426	21.0	20.3	n/a
1998	445	23.6	18.9	n/a
1999	454	25.6	17.7	n/a
2000	462	25.0	18.5	n/a
2001	446	26.5	16.8	n/a
2002	415	28.0	14.8	55.2
2003	415	28.0	14.8	55.2
2004	412	28.0	14.7	61.2
2005	413	28.9	14.3	61.6
2006	431	26.9	16.0	59.2
2007	461	24.0	19.2	63.1
2008	435	20.0	21.8	65.5
2009	439	26.0	16.9	100.9
2010	460	26.5	17.3	99.5
2011	487	27.0	18.0	66.9
2012	519	28.0	18.5	81.3
2013	534	n/a	n/a	85.2
2014	494	26.0	19.0	76.9
2015	480	25.0	19.2	81.7
2016	473	29.0	16.3	68.3
2017	465	31.5	14.7	78.7
2018	395	32.0	12.3	77.2
2019	405	29.0	13.9	75.3
2020	396	32.6	12.1	71.2
2021	390	n/a	n/a	n/a
2022	367	29.5	12.4	62.9
2023	378	27.1	13.9	71.7

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Mabel O Donnell Elementary School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
1988	439	24.0	18.2	n/a
1989	471	24.0	19.6	n/a
1990	411	25.4	16.1	n/a
1991	470	24.8	18.9	n/a
1992	425	23.8	17.8	n/a
1993	365	21.5	17.0	n/a
1994	435	22.5	19.3	n/a
1995	446	21.2	21.0	n/a
1996	446	21.2	21.0	n/a
1997	426	21.0	20.3	n/a
1998	445	23.6	18.9	n/a
1999	454	25.6	17.7	n/a
2000	462	25.0	18.5	n/a
2001	446	26.5	16.8	n/a
2002	415	28.0	14.8	55.2
2003	415	28.0	14.8	55.2
2004	412	28.0	14.7	61.2
2005	413	28.9	14.3	61.6
2006	431	26.9	16.0	59.2
2007	461	24.0	19.2	63.1
2008	435	20.0	21.8	65.5
2009	439	26.0	16.9	100.9
2010	460	26.5	17.3	99.5
2011	487	27.0	18.0	66.9
2012	519	28.0	18.5	81.3
2013	534	n/a	n/a	85.2
2014	494	26.0	19.0	76.9
2015	480	25.0	19.2	81.7
2016	473	29.0	16.3	68.3
2017	465	31.5	14.7	78.7
2018	395	32.0	12.3	77.2
2019	405	29.0	13.9	75.3
2020	396	32.6	12.1	71.2
2021	390	n/a	n/a	n/a
2022	367	29.5	12.4	62.9
2023	378	27.1	13.9	71.7

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

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