For Aurora parents, one of the main steps to planning a child’s education is knowing which school they will attend.
The city of Aurora is the second most populous city in Illinois behind Chicago. The city is split into two sides by the Fox River, a physical boundary which separates the east and west Aurora school districts.
In such a large city, it’s important to understand which neighborhood school is tied to your address. With this guide, we’ll help make the process earlier with quick steps to identify the designated school for your student.
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What to know about Aurora schools
The city of Aurora is mainly served by three districts: West Aurora School District 129, East Aurora School District 131 and Indian Prairie School District 204. Here’s a closer look at what you need to know about these school districts.
West Aurora School District 129
West Aurora School District 129 is a PreK-12 school system in the western suburbs of Chicago serving 10,734 students across five communities, including Aurora. The district is funded at 73 percent of its adequacy level based on the statewide Evidence-Based Funding model.
- Key features: The district’s dual credit classes for high schoolers, robust English Language Learning programs and comprehensive education for students with disabilities make it a strong choice for all learners. Educators in the district are able to gain an English Learner certification through the district’s partnership with nearby Aurora University.
- Contact information: To contact West Aurora School District 129, visit sd129.org or call 630-301-5000.
East Aurora School District 131
East Aurora School District 131 serves 12,080 students across 19 schools. The district is funded at 73 percent of its adequacy level based on the statewide Evidence-Based Funding model.
- Key features: Students at East Aurora School District 131 have access to extensive extracurricular activities and Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs. The district has prioritized resources to create more English Language Learning support, as more than 50 percent of its student population are defined as English Learners.
- Contact information: To contact East Aurora School District 131, visit d131.org or call 630-299-5550.
Indian Prairie School District
- Key features: Indian Prairie School District boasts excellent STEAM programs, comprehensive dual-language programs and a holistic approach to whole-child learning.
- Contact information: To contact East Aurora School District 131, visit ipsd.org or call 630-375-300.
How to check your neighborhood elementary school zone in Aurora
To get started, here are two simple ways to identify which school your address is assigned to.
Use online tools
Most school districts offer a clear school district boundary map to find the neighborhood school in their area. Use each district’s boundary map linked here to find your assigned school: West Aurora School District 129, East Aurora School District 131 and Indian Prairie School District 204. Parents can also use the online locator tool from GreatSchools to check their closest neighborhood schools.
Contact your district
Unsure about your address or a boundary line? You can call the district office on their main phone line for assistance.
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