Serving 390 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 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 390 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bradley West Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Bradley West Elementary School's student population of 390 students has declined by 13% 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
390 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
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 0.65, 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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
21%
28%
Black
13%
16%
White
53%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 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 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?
390 students attend Bradley West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Bradley West Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 12% 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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