Serving 395 students in grades 3-5, Bradley West Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 18% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower 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 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 395 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bradley West Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Bradley, IL, encompassing approximately 5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 1.5 miles and the furthest edge extending up to 3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bradley West Elementary School's student population of 395 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
395 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bradley West Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bradley West Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#2004 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
17%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
48%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 24-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 Bradley West Elementary School's ranking?
Bradley West Elementary School is ranked #2004 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Bradley West Elementary School often compared to?
Bradley West Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bradley East Elementary School, Shabbona Elementary School, Steuben Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Bradley West Elementary School?
395 students attend Bradley West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Bradley West Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bradley West Elementary School?
Bradley West Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bradley West Elementary School offer ?
Bradley West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Bradley West Elementary School part of?
Bradley West Elementary School is part of Bradley SD 61 School District.
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