Serving 777 students in grades 3-5, River Valley School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 777 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
River Valley School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
River Valley School's student population of 777 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
777 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
River Valley School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of River Valley School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#705 out of 3663 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
8%
27%
Black
1%
17%
White
83%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is River Valley School's ranking?
River Valley School is ranked #705 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend River Valley School?
777 students attend River Valley School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of River Valley School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of River Valley School?
River Valley School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does River Valley School offer ?
River Valley School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is River Valley School part of?
River Valley School is part of Lemont-Bromberek Csd 113a School District.
School Reviews
1 4/29/2020
The teachers are mean; the computers don't work good, stinky bathrooms, loud halls, and unhealthy disgusting food.
5 8/12/2018
This is the most professionally run school that I have ever seen! The teachers are the most dedicated ever! At River Valley School, a loving, caring environment is provided at all times.
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