Serving 142 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Spoon River Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 30-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 142 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spoon River Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Spoon River Valley Elementary School's student population of 142 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
142 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Spoon River Valley Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spoon River Valley Elementary School is 0.20, 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
#1042 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
3%
28%
Black
n/a
16%
White
89%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spoon River Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Spoon River Valley Elementary School is ranked #1042 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Spoon River Valley Elementary School?
142 students attend Spoon River Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Spoon River Valley Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Spoon River Valley Elementary School?
Spoon River Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Spoon River Valley Elementary School offer ?
Spoon River Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Spoon River Valley Elementary School part of?
Spoon River Valley Elementary School is part of Spoon River Valley CUSD 4 School District.
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