Serving 522 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Skoff Elementary 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (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 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 522 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Skoff Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Skoff Elementary School's student population of 522 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
522 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Skoff Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Skoff Elementary School is 0.70, which is more 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
#1818 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)15-19%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
43%
27%
Black
18%
17%
White
30%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Skoff Elementary School's ranking?
Skoff Elementary School is ranked #1818 out of 3,426 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Skoff Elementary School?
522 students attend Skoff Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Skoff Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 18% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Skoff Elementary School?
Skoff Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Skoff Elementary School offer ?
Skoff Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Skoff Elementary School part of?
Skoff Elementary School is part of Valley View CUSD 365u School District.
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