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| Metric | Oswego Community Unit School District 308 | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 16,940 | 3,700 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 22 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $14,710/yr | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 7/10 — Good | — | Above average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oswego Community Unit School District 308 (this district) | 7/10 | 62nd | 16,940 |
| Aurora West Unit School District 129 | 2/10 | 19th | 11,211 |
| Plainfield School District 202 | 7/10 | 67th | 24,856 |
| Newark Community High School District 18 | 3/10 | 27th | 171 |
🔢 Show the math behind this rating
Ranked against 763 rated districts in IL → 62nd percentile → 7/10.
Source: Illinois State Board of Education IAR, grades 3–8 ELA & Math Proficiency Rate, 2023–24 school year. Full methodology →
About Oswego Community Unit School District 308
Oswego Community Unit School District 308 serves zip code 60543, covering Oswego, Illinois with grades Pre-K – 12th. Whether you’re researching a move, evaluating a home purchase, or preparing to enroll a child, the sections below give you a complete picture of this district’s resources, size, and what its rating means for your family.
Funding and Resources
Oswego Community Unit School District 308 spent $14,710 per student in the 2019–20 school year (U.S. Dept. of Education CCD finance data), 14% below Illinois’s statewide $17,100 estimate.
District Scale and Program Breadth
With 22 schools, Oswego Community Unit School District 308 operates as a large district serving students from Pre-K – 12th. Large districts typically provide broad program variety: multiple course tracks at the high school level, dedicated arts and athletic programs, specialized learning pathways, and a wider range of student support services. Individual school quality within a large district can vary considerably — always research your specific assigned school, not just district-level averages.
Understanding the 7/10 Rating
Oswego Community Unit School District 308 has earned an overall SchoolDistrictFinder rating of 8/10, placing it in the above average tier. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in Illinois’ IAR (Illinois Assessment of Readiness) grades 3–8 ELA & Math assessments (2023–24 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Illinois is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Oswego Community Unit School District 308 earns an above-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates stronger than most other districts in Illinois. Above-average districts generally show solid and consistent academic results across their schools. Families considering this area will find a district with meaningful academic strengths. Research the specific schools assigned to your address — even above-average districts have variation between individual buildings.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 60543
Children in zip code 60543 are assigned to Oswego Community Unit School District 308 for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 60543, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Oswego Community Unit School District 308 at (630)636-3080 or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include proof of residency (lease or deed plus a utility bill), your child’s birth certificate, current immunization records, and prior school records. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Illinois districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Oswego
School district quality is one of the most consistent factors in residential home pricing. Because Oswego Community Unit School District 308 serves zip code 60543, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 60543 and neighboring areas. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Illinois, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Oswego Community Unit School District 308 programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 60543.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Oswego Community Unit School District 308 before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 60543 data.