Serving 132 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bradford Grade School ranks in the top 20% 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 40-49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 132 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bradford Grade School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Bradford Grade School's student population of 132 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
132 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
Bradford Grade School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bradford Grade School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#611 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
3%
28%
Black
2%
17%
White
91%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
27%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bradford Grade School's ranking?
Bradford Grade School is ranked #611 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Bradford Grade School?
132 students attend Bradford Grade School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Bradford Grade School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bradford Grade School?
Bradford Grade School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bradford Grade School offer ?
Bradford Grade School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Bradford Grade School part of?
Bradford Grade School is part of Bradford CUSD 1 School District.
School Calendar
View the Bradford Grade School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
No School Fall Break
October 10, 2025 (Friday)
No School Fall Break
October 13, 2025 (Monday)
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
Last day of Q2
December 19, 2025 (Friday)
No School Spring Break
April 03, 2026 (Friday)
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