Kane County Schools & Education
Kane County, Illinois
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataSchool Score
60/100
Percentile-style score
Score Band
Midrange Signal
Graduation Rate
87.2%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
87.2%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 88.8%
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,684
National avg $13,239
State avg $9,250
School Score
60/100
Percentile-style score
State avg 63/100
State Score Position
#58
of 102 counties by score
Education Data Brief: Kane County
Measured School Summary
Kane County performs at an average level with a school score of 60/100 and a solid graduation rate of 87.2%.
Funding Context
Kane County spends $9,684 per student, which is on the lower end of adequate and may require careful resource allocation to maintain quality.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 5% below the Illinois average, and its graduation rate trails the state average by 1.6 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 5% higher than the state norm.
School Data Brief
How to read Kane County before comparing districts
County-level education data is best used as a screening layer. It summarizes the local school environment, then points you toward the district and school records that matter for local review.
Local context that changes the interpretation
165 public schools and 14 districts are represented below. Use those school and district records to confirm whether the county-level context fits the neighborhoods you are actually considering.
Overall screen
60/100
Mixed county signal. Ranks #58 of 102 Illinois counties with school score data.
Completion
87.2%
1.6 pts below the state average
Funding context
$9,684
$434 above the state average
School coverage
165
14 districts represented in the county school list.
Start with measured county context
This county needs a closer look at district mix, school level, and local context. Compare the score, graduation rate, and spending together rather than treating any single metric as final.
Check the local school mix
Kane County has 165 public schools across 14 districts, so school-level fit can vary inside the county.
Verify local rules
Use this page as county-level context, then confirm attendance zones, transportation, special programs, and current school boundaries with local districts.
What Kane County school data means before you move
County averages are useful for screening, but parents choose addresses, grade pathways, and district rules. This brief turns the public data into the checks that matter before you sign a lease or mortgage.
Large multi-district county
Kane County has many school records across many districts. County averages are only the opening screen; neighborhood-level assignment and grade-band fit matter more here.
State position
#58
of 102 Illinois counties with school score data. The county score is 3 points below the state average.
Data confidence
Usable
3 of 5 county signals are present, and 96% of listed schools report enrollment. Compare schools, then verify missing fields locally.
K-12 continuity check
These are the largest visible district slices in the county data. They show whether elementary, middle, and high school records appear together or whether a family needs to investigate transition points.
Aurora East USD 131
Elementary to high school visible
12,619 students
20 listed schools in this county slice.
St Charles CUSD 303
Elementary to high school visible
11,300 students
17 listed schools in this county slice.
Aurora West USD 129
Elementary to high school visible
11,211 students
17 listed schools in this county slice.
Batavia USD 101
Elementary to high school visible
5,260 students
8 listed schools in this county slice.
District reality check
Aurora East USD 131 is the largest listed district slice, with 20 schools. County pages do not prove address assignment, so verify boundaries with local district tools.
What the data cannot tell you
NCES records do not confirm current attendance zones, private-school options, transfer approvals, program capacity, transportation, or whether a listed school is available to a specific address.
Questions to ask before choosing an address
Which district actually serves the addresses we are considering in Kane County?
Do the neighborhoods we like fall inside the same district, or are we comparing different Kane County district systems?
What changes at the elementary-to-middle and middle-to-high transitions in the district pathway we would likely use?
Which charter, magnet, or virtual options require a lottery, application window, separate transportation plan, or address eligibility check?
Which schools are missing enrollment or ratio fields, and does the district publish a newer local profile than the NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance data?
Education Overview
About Schools in Kane County, Illinois
This context is screened for neutral school-data wording and should be read alongside the current metrics on this page. It is not school advice.
A Massive Urban-Suburban School Hub
Kane County hosts a sprawling educational infrastructure of 165 public schools serving a massive population of 87,912 students. Managed by 14 districts, the system includes 86 elementary, 27 middle, and 36 high schools. It is a diverse landscape that includes 25 alternative schools and 6 special education centers.
Aurora East and St. Charles Anchor the Region
Aurora East USD 131 is the largest district with 12,619 students across 20 schools, closely followed by St. Charles CUSD 303 with 11,801 students. Kane County also offers school choice through 2 charter schools, representing 1.2% of its total inventory. Large-scale high schools like East High (4,197 students) define the regional educational experience.
A Blend of Suburbs and City Life
The majority of Kane County's schools are suburban (120), though 26 schools serve city locales. The average school size is 676 students, reflecting the high-density nature of the area compared to neighboring rural counties. Students here navigate large, vibrant campuses with extensive resources and diverse peer groups.
School Overview
Total Schools
165
in Kane County
Reported Enrollment
87,912
159 schools reporting
School Districts
14
districts
Charter Schools
2
1% of total
School Level Breakdown
14 School Districts in Kane County
Aurora East USD 131
GuideSt Charles CUSD 303
GuideAurora West USD 129
GuideBatavia USD 101
GuideGeneva CUSD 304
GuideCentral CUSD 301
GuideKaneland CUSD 302
GuideHinckley Big Rock CUSD 429
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165 Public Schools in Kane County
Sorted by reported enrollment. Dedicated profile pages are available for 18 high-enrollment schools; every NCES public school remains listed here.
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataLevel
Showing 20 of 165 matching schools
| School Name | Profile | District | Location | Grades | Type / Flags | Reported Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| East High School | Profile | Aurora East USD 131 | Aurora, 60505Suburb: Large | 9–12 | High | 4,197 |
| West Aurora High School | Profile | Aurora West USD 129 | Aurora, 60506Suburb: Large | 9–12 | High | 3,818 |
| South Elgin High School | Profile | SD U-46 | South Elgin, 60177Suburb: Large | 9–12 | High | 2,844 |
| Dundee-Crown High School | Profile | CUSD 300 | Carpentersville, 60110Suburb: Large | 9–12 | High | 2,636 |
| Larkin High School | Profile | SD U-46 | Elgin, 60123City: Midsize | 9–12 | High | 2,264 |
| St Charles East High School | Profile | St Charles CUSD 303 | Saint Charles, 60174Suburb: Large | 9–12 | High | 2,076 |
| Hampshire High School | Profile | CUSD 300 | Hampshire, 60140Rural: Fringe | 9–12 | High | 1,938 |
| St Charles North High School | Profile | St Charles CUSD 303 | Saint Charles, 60175Suburb: Large | 9–12 | High | 1,929 |
| Batavia Sr High School | Profile | Batavia USD 101 | Batavia, 60510Suburb: Large | 9–12 | High | 1,826 |
| Geneva Community High School | Profile | Geneva CUSD 304 | Geneva, 60134Suburb: Large | 9–12 | High | 1,656 |
| Central High School | Profile | Central CUSD 301 | Burlington, 60109Rural: Fringe | 9–12 | High | 1,387 |
| Wredling Middle School | Profile | St Charles CUSD 303 | Saint Charles, 60174Suburb: Large | 6–8 | Middle | 1,375 |
| Westfield Community School | Profile | CUSD 300 | Algonquin, 60102Suburb: Large | PK–8 | Primary | 1,354 |
| Kaneland Senior High School | Profile | Kaneland CUSD 302 | Maple Park, 60151Rural: Fringe | 9–12 | High | 1,309 |
| Thompson Middle School | Profile | St Charles CUSD 303 | Saint Charles, 60174Suburb: Large | 6–8 | Middle | 1,267 |
| Carpentersville Middle School | Profile | CUSD 300 | Carpentersville, 60110Suburb: Large | 6–8 | Middle | 1,177 |
| Sam Rotolo Middle Sch | Profile | Batavia USD 101 | Batavia, 60510Suburb: Large | 6–8 | Middle | 1,142 |
| Dundee Middle School | Profile | CUSD 300 | Dundee, 60118Suburb: Large | 6–8 | Middle | 1,129 |
| Kenyon Woods Middle School | Record | SD U-46 | South Elgin, 60177Suburb: Large | 7–8 | Middle | 905 |
| Kaneland Harter Middle School | Record | Kaneland CUSD 302 | Sugar Grove, 60554Rural: Fringe | 6–8 | Middle | 894 |
East High School
Aurora East USD 131
Aurora, 60505 / Suburb: Large
West Aurora High School
Aurora West USD 129
Aurora, 60506 / Suburb: Large
South Elgin High School
SD U-46
South Elgin, 60177 / Suburb: Large
Dundee-Crown High School
CUSD 300
Carpentersville, 60110 / Suburb: Large
Larkin High School
SD U-46
Elgin, 60123 / City: Midsize
St Charles East High School
St Charles CUSD 303
Saint Charles, 60174 / Suburb: Large
Hampshire High School
CUSD 300
Hampshire, 60140 / Rural: Fringe
St Charles North High School
St Charles CUSD 303
Saint Charles, 60175 / Suburb: Large
Batavia Sr High School
Batavia USD 101
Batavia, 60510 / Suburb: Large
Geneva Community High School
Geneva CUSD 304
Geneva, 60134 / Suburb: Large
Central High School
Central CUSD 301
Burlington, 60109 / Rural: Fringe
Wredling Middle School
St Charles CUSD 303
Saint Charles, 60174 / Suburb: Large
Westfield Community School
CUSD 300
Algonquin, 60102 / Suburb: Large
Kaneland Senior High School
Kaneland CUSD 302
Maple Park, 60151 / Rural: Fringe
Thompson Middle School
St Charles CUSD 303
Saint Charles, 60174 / Suburb: Large
Carpentersville Middle School
CUSD 300
Carpentersville, 60110 / Suburb: Large
Sam Rotolo Middle Sch
Batavia USD 101
Batavia, 60510 / Suburb: Large
Dundee Middle School
CUSD 300
Dundee, 60118 / Suburb: Large
Kaneland Harter Middle School
Kaneland CUSD 302
Sugar Grove, 60554 / Rural: Fringe
Education Funding Detail
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$9,684
State avg $9,250
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Schools in Kane County, Illinois — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Kane County, Illinois?
Kane County hosts a sprawling educational infrastructure of 165 public schools serving a massive population of 87,912 students. Managed by 14 districts, the system includes 86 elementary, 27 middle, and 36 high schools. It is a diverse landscape that includes 25 alternative schools and 6 special education centers.
What are the major school districts in Kane County, Illinois?
Aurora East USD 131 is the largest district with 12,619 students across 20 schools, closely followed by St. Charles CUSD 303 with 11,801 students. Kane County also offers school choice through 2 charter schools, representing 1.2% of its total inventory. Large-scale high schools like East High (4,197 students) define the regional educational experience.
What is the school experience like in Kane County?
The majority of Kane County's schools are suburban (120), though 26 schools serve city locales. The average school size is 676 students, reflecting the high-density nature of the area compared to neighboring rural counties. Students here navigate large, vibrant campuses with extensive resources and diverse peer groups.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Common Core of Data and School District Finance Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-finance signals.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.