Serving 320 students in grades 3-5, J W Riley Intermediate 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 14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 320 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: J W Riley Elementary School serves a central area in Melrose Park, IL, covering approximately 0.4 square miles. Families can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
J W Riley Intermediate School's student population of 320 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
320 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
J W Riley Intermediate 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 J W Riley Intermediate School is 0.13, 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
#2748 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
93%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
4%
45%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J W Riley Intermediate School's ranking?
J W Riley Intermediate School is ranked #2748 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?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend J W Riley Intermediate School?
320 students attend J W Riley Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of J W Riley Intermediate School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J W Riley Intermediate School?
J W Riley Intermediate School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does J W Riley Intermediate School offer ?
J W Riley Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is J W Riley Intermediate School part of?
J W Riley Intermediate School is part of Berkeley SD 87 School District.
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