Serving 166 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Bartelso Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 166 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Bartelso Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Bartelso, IL, covering approximately 23.7 square miles, with typical drive times of 5-10 minutes and an average distance of 3.1 miles to the zone's edge. The furthest boundary of the zone is located about 4.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bartelso Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bartelso Elementary School's student population of 166 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
166 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bartelso Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bartelso Elementary School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#103 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
White
100%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2008–2023. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2005–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bartelso Elementary School's ranking?
Bartelso Elementary School is ranked #103 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Bartelso Elementary School often compared to?
Bartelso Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Breese Elementary School, St. Rose Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Bartelso Elementary School?
166 students attend Bartelso Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Bartelso Elementary School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bartelso Elementary School?
Bartelso Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bartelso Elementary School offer ?
Bartelso Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Bartelso Elementary School part of?
Bartelso Elementary School is part of Bartelso SD 57 School District.
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