The top reported proficiency rate is 47% in English language arts. The lowest is 39% in Math.
Original Research by School Decision on Capron Elem School
Capron Elementary is a small rural school serving the early grades in a quiet farming village on the edge of Boone County. The building sits within walking distance of Capron's modest Main Street, though the broader district infrastructure—middle and high schools—sits a short distance west in the larger town of Poplar Grove.
The school enrolls a small number of students across prekindergarten through fourth grade, with the largest cohort in pre-K and nearly even distribution through the elementary years. The student body is roughly evenly split between white and Hispanic students, with very small numbers of other groups represented. Data on free or reduced-price lunch eligibility was not available, so a parent may want to ask the school directly about economic diversity and support services.
Academic results from the most recent state testing show mixed performance. In third-grade math and English language arts, proficiency fell below the midpoint of district comparability—less than one-third of third graders met proficiency in math. Fourth-grade results improved noticeably, with half the students meeting math proficiency and somewhat more than half meeting proficiency in ELA. Testing data for fifth through eighth grades is not reported here because the school does not serve those grades; students move on to other North Boone buildings for middle and upper elementary years. The school achieved full participation in state assessments, a positive sign of consistent testing completion.
When proficiency rates across all tested grades and subjects are averaged, Capron Elementary sits above the midpoint among the other Boone County districts' schools, which reflects that fourth-grade lift. Parents should know that third-grade proficiency, particularly in math, is a soft spot; a parent concerned about early numeracy may want to understand what supports or intervention the school offers at that level.
A graduation rate is not applicable here since the school serves only the early grades. Chronic absenteeism data was not available, so parents interested in the school's attendance patterns should inquire directly.
The village of Capron itself is rural and very small—a sparse settlement of homes with a handful of businesses clustered on Main Street (a gas station, convenience store, pizza place, bars, and salons) and a bike trail. Most residents own their homes rather than rent. The broader economic life pulls toward the Rockford metropolitan area; there are no major employers within the village beyond small local business and the school itself. The population has grown only slowly over recent decades, and new housing activity is limited, suggesting the school's enrollment is likely to remain steady rather than expand significantly. Civic anchors include Lions Park, home to youth baseball and softball, and the elementary school. The village does not have a public library within its borders; residents must travel to neighboring towns.
The housing market for the area shows values and monthly costs within reach for many families relative to national benchmarks, though affordability depends on individual household income. A parent may want to look into what services or instruction in lower grades are available for students who are learning English as an additional language, given the meaningful Hispanic population served.
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