Serving 594 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Northview Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 40% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 594 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northview Elementary School serves the entire district of Peru, IL, with an attendance zone covering approximately 7.2 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northview Elementary School's student population of 594 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
594 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
Northview 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 Northview Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#1171 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
24%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
65%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northview Elementary School's ranking?
Northview Elementary School is ranked #1171 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Northview Elementary School often compared to?
Northview Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Malden Grade School, Douglas Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Northview Elementary School?
594 students attend Northview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Northview Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northview Elementary School?
Northview Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Northview Elementary School offer ?
Northview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Northview Elementary School part of?
Northview Elementary School is part of Peru ESD 124 School District.
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