Serving 122 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Opdyke-belle Rive Grade School ranks in the top 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 122 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Opdyke-Belle Rive Grade School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 75.3 square miles in Opdyke, IL. Typically, families can expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 5.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 10.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Opdyke-belle Rive Grade School's student population of 122 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
122 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
School Rankings
Opdyke-belle Rive Grade 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 Opdyke-belle Rive Grade School is 0.10, 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
#1402 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Hispanic
1%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
95%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 12-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
10%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Opdyke-belle Rive Grade School's ranking?
Opdyke-belle Rive Grade School is ranked #1402 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Opdyke-belle Rive Grade School often compared to?
Opdyke-belle Rive Grade Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mcclellan Elementary School, Summersville Grade School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Opdyke-belle Rive Grade School?
122 students attend Opdyke-belle Rive Grade School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Opdyke-belle Rive Grade School students are White, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Opdyke-belle Rive Grade School?
Opdyke-belle Rive Grade School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Opdyke-belle Rive Grade School offer ?
Opdyke-belle Rive Grade School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Opdyke-belle Rive Grade School part of?
Opdyke-belle Rive Grade School is part of Opdyke-Belle-Rive CCSD 5 School District.
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