Serving 266 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Butterfield Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 266 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Butterfield Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Butterfield Elementary School's student population of 266 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
266 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Butterfield Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Butterfield Elementary School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1810 out of 3663 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
19%
5%
Hispanic
10%
27%
Black
12%
17%
White
54%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Butterfield Elementary School's ranking?
Butterfield Elementary School is ranked #1810 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Butterfield Elementary School often compared to?
Butterfield Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Madison Elementary School, Park View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Butterfield Elementary School?
266 students attend Butterfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Butterfield Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Butterfield Elementary School?
Butterfield Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Butterfield Elementary School offer ?
Butterfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Butterfield Elementary School part of?
Butterfield Elementary School is part of Lombard SD 44 School District.
School Calendar
View the Butterfield Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
NO SCHOOL - Spring Break (Events)
March 25, 2024 (Monday)
Last day of student attendance (Events)
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Break (Events)
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Break (Events)
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Break (Events)
November 29, 2024 (Friday)
School Reviews
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