Johnson Elementary in Aurora Shines as an 'Exemplary' School

A school where students excel not just in the classroom, but also in areas like math, science, and language proficiency. That's exactly what's happening at Johnson Elementary in Aurora, Illinois. This school has just been named an "Exemplary School" by the Illinois State Board of Education. What does that mean? Well, it's like getting a gold star for being one of the very best schools in the whole state! In 2024, Johnson Elementary scored an impressive 92. 62 out of 100 on the overall index. This score looks at many different things, like how well students are learning English and science, how much they're growing in math, how often they're in class (no skipping days! ), and even how happy everyone is at school. This score put Johnson Elementary in the top 3 percent of all schools in Illinois. That's no small feat!The school, which serves students from third to fifth grades, has been working hard to maintain this high standard. In 2023, they were also an exemplary school, but their score was a bit lower at 82. 31. This shows that the school is always looking to improve and raise the bar higher each year. Johnson Elementary offers a lot of great programs, including a STEM lab for science, technology, engineering, and math. They also help students who are learning English as a second language. With around 260 students, the school is not just about numbers; it's about each student's success. The school is named after Clifford I. Johnson, a former school board member who was also a pharmacist. His legacy lives on in the dedication and hard work of the students and staff at Johnson Elementary.