Serving 436 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Bridgeview 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 13% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (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 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 436 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bridgeview Elementary School serves the eastern part of Bridgeview, IL, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bridgeview Elementary School's student population of 436 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
436 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bridgeview 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 Bridgeview Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#2256 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
36%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
11%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
44%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
12%
5%
Showing 2003–2013. View full 12-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bridgeview Elementary School's ranking?
Bridgeview Elementary School is ranked #2256 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Bridgeview Elementary School?
436 students attend Bridgeview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Bridgeview Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bridgeview Elementary School?
Bridgeview Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bridgeview Elementary School offer ?
Bridgeview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Bridgeview Elementary School part of?
Bridgeview Elementary School is part of Indian Springs SD 109 School District.
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