Serving 695 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Bristol Bay Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 695 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Bristol Bay Elementary School serves the northern part of Yorkville, IL, covering an attendance zone of approximately 8.4 square miles. Families in this area can typically reach the school within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bristol Bay Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bristol Bay Elementary School's student population of 695 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
695 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Motto
'Better Each Day at The Bay'
School Rankings
Bristol Bay Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bristol Bay 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
#970 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
31%
29%
Black
10%
16%
White
50%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bristol Bay Elementary School's ranking?
Bristol Bay Elementary School is ranked #970 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Bristol Bay Elementary School?
695 students attend Bristol Bay Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Bristol Bay Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 10% 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 Bristol Bay Elementary School?
Bristol Bay Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bristol Bay Elementary School offer ?
Bristol Bay Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Bristol Bay Elementary School part of?
Bristol Bay Elementary School is part of Yorkville CUSD 115 School District.
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