Serving 328 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bicentennial Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 328 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bicentennial Elementary School serves the southern part of Coal Valley, IL, covering an area of approximately 14 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge lying about 3.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bicentennial Elementary School's student population of 328 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
328 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bicentennial Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bicentennial Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#1645 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
16%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
74%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Spike
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bicentennial Elementary School's ranking?
Bicentennial Elementary School is ranked #1645 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Bicentennial Elementary School?
328 students attend Bicentennial Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Bicentennial Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bicentennial Elementary School?
Bicentennial Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bicentennial Elementary School offer ?
Bicentennial Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Bicentennial Elementary School part of?
Bicentennial Elementary School is part of Moline-Coal Valley CUSD 40 School District.
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