South View Upper Elementary School serves 620 students in grades 5-6.
South View Upper Elementary School placed in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 620 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South View Upper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
South View Upper Elementary School's student population of 620 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
620 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South View Upper Elementary School is ranked within the top 10% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of South View Upper Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#237 out of 3663 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
9%
27%
Black
52%
17%
White
27%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
2%
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 South View Upper Elementary School's ranking?
South View Upper Elementary School is ranked #237 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend South View Upper Elementary School?
620 students attend South View Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of South View Upper Elementary School students are Black, 27% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South View Upper Elementary School?
South View Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does South View Upper Elementary School offer ?
South View Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is South View Upper Elementary School part of?
South View Upper Elementary School is part of Danville CCSD 118 School District.
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