Homestead Elementary School

2830 HILLSBORO BLVD AURORA IL 60503

About Homestead Elementary School

Homestead Elementary School in Aurora prides itself on its excellence in strong academics and creating an engaging learning environment within the district of Oswego Community Unit School District 308. Being recognized as an "Exemplary School" by the Illinois State Board of Education and ranking in the top 10% statewide illustrates the outstanding level of student performance. The students at Homestead Elementary School also have high-achieving students achieving success in national math contests, and they develop strong ties to the community through events such as the Alumni Walk.

?Homestead Elementary School has a demonstrated commitment to students: academic development is emphasized, and the overall development of character in students is also a high priority within the academic project for self-evident and intellectual reasons. Families and students benefit from a vigorous parent-teacher association (PTA) support, effective communication around their transition to a new school or area, and connection to available resources. All of which is why Homestead is a top choice and one of the best elementary schools in Aurora.

Contact Information

Address

2830 HILLSBORO BLVD AURORA IL 60503

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Phone

(630) 636-3100

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 46%
Reading 46%
State average proficiency is 46% in Math and 46% in Reading.
37
Full-time Teachers
13 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
494
Total Students
$52582
Avg. Teacher Salary

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TOP 104 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Homestead Elementary School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
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STEM career pathways

School Ratings

Ranked

104

of 205 in Illinois

Recent News & Updates

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 9:00 AM - 3:45 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:45 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 38.9%
Asian 23.9%
Hispanic 17.6%
Black 11.1%
Two+ Races 7.3%
Native Am. 1%
White
38.9%
Asian
23.9%
Hispanic
17.6%
Black
11.1%
Two+ Races
7.3%
Native Am.
1%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 494
44.5%
220 Female
55.5%
274 Male

Student Population

494 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 13 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Remarkable Alumni

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FAQ

Q 1: Does Homestead Elementary School in Aurora have family or community events?

A: Yes, Homestead Elementary holds various family nights, the Alumni Walk, and other seasonal events to connect families with the community.

Q 2: What transition support does Homestead Elementary School in Aurora offer to new families?

A: Homestead Elementary School provided orientation, resources, and communication to help families orient themselves to the school.

Q 3: Is Homestead Elementary School in Aurora having extra help for students?

A: Yes, students receive intervention programs, specialized staff support, and support to help them in their personalized learning when needed.

Q 4: Are there meals at Homestead Elementary School in Aurora?

A: Yes, breakfast and lunch are served every day, and there is a meal program with menus available online for the district.

Q 5: What safety measures does Homestead Elementary School in Aurora take?

A: Each building has a secure entry, staff receive training on safety guidelines, and safety drills are practiced regularly.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

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James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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