Serving 627 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Meadow View Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 627 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Meadow View Elementary School serves the southwest part of Plainfield, IL, covering an area of approximately 0.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.1 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Meadow View Elementary School's student population of 627 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
627 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 25-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Meadow View Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meadow View Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#1693 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 25-year historical data
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Hispanic
27%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Black
22%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
White
44%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 23-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meadow View Elementary School's ranking?
Meadow View Elementary School is ranked #1693 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Meadow View Elementary School?
627 students attend Meadow View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Meadow View Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meadow View Elementary School?
Meadow View Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Meadow View Elementary School offer ?
Meadow View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Meadow View Elementary School part of?
Meadow View Elementary School is part of Plainfield SD 202 School District.
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