Serving 568 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Butterfield School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 568 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Butterfield School serves a central area in Libertyville, IL, encompassing approximately 4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.4 miles to the school from the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 2.6 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Butterfield School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Butterfield School's student population of 568 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
568 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Year Founded
1969
School Rankings
Butterfield School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Butterfield School is 0.47, 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
#152 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
9%
29%
Black
3%
16%
White
72%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (02-03)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Butterfield School's ranking?
Butterfield School is ranked #152 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Butterfield School often compared to?
Butterfield Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Adler Park School, Copeland Manor Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Butterfield School?
568 students attend Butterfield School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Butterfield School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Butterfield School?
Butterfield School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Butterfield School offer ?
Butterfield School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Butterfield School part of?
Butterfield School is part of Libertyville SD 70 School District.
School Calendar
View the Butterfield School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
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