Serving 230 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Blythe Park Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 230 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Blythe Park Elementary School serves the eastern part of its school district in Riverside, IL, covering an area of approximately 0.3 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a short drive of about 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with most residing within 0.3 miles of its edges.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blythe Park 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
Blythe Park Elementary School's student population of 230 students has grown by 51% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 46% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
230 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Blythe Park Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blythe Park Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#279 out of 3542 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
31%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
57%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-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 Blythe Park Elementary School's ranking?
Blythe Park Elementary School is ranked #279 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Blythe Park Elementary School often compared to?
Blythe Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like A F Ames Elementary School, Central Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Blythe Park Elementary School?
230 students attend Blythe Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Blythe Park Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blythe Park Elementary School?
Blythe Park Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Blythe Park Elementary School offer ?
Blythe Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Blythe Park Elementary School part of?
Blythe Park Elementary School is part of Riverside SD 96 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
Spring Break
March 29, 2027 (Monday)
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