Serving 196 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Bristol Grade School ranks in the top 20% 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 30-34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 196 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Bristol Grade School serves the northern part of its school district in Bristol, IL, encompassing an area of approximately 4.8 square miles. Families typically have a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.9 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bristol Grade School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Bristol Grade School's student population of 196 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
196 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Bristol 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 Bristol Grade School is 0.63, 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
#642 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
35%
29%
Black
6%
16%
White
49%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
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 Grade School's ranking?
Bristol Grade School is ranked #642 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Bristol Grade School?
196 students attend Bristol Grade School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Bristol Grade School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bristol Grade School?
Bristol Grade School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bristol Grade School offer ?
Bristol Grade School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Bristol Grade School part of?
Bristol Grade School is part of Yorkville CUSD 115 School District.
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