Serving 294 students in grades 9-12, Bureau Valley High 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to 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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 294 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Bureau Valley High School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Sheffield, IL, encompassing approximately 339.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 15-20 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the zone edge being 10.2 miles and the furthest edge located 17.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bureau Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bureau Valley High School's student population of 294 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
294 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Year Founded
1995
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bureau Valley High 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 Bureau Valley High School is 0.15, 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
#1019 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
White
92%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Storm
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bureau Valley High School's ranking?
Bureau Valley High School is ranked #1019 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Bureau Valley High School often compared to?
Bureau Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hall High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bureau Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Bureau Valley High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Bureau Valley High School?
294 students attend Bureau Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Bureau Valley High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bureau Valley High School?
Bureau Valley High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bureau Valley High School offer ?
Bureau Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Bureau Valley High School part of?
Bureau Valley High School is part of Bureau Valley CUSD 340 School District.
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