Serving 299 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Stevenson 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower 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 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 299 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Stevenson Elementary School serves the northeast part of Bloomington, IL, covering an area of approximately 1.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 0.8 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 1.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stevenson Elementary School's student population of 299 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
299 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Stevenson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stevenson Elementary School is 0.73, which is more 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
#2720 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
16%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
35%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
32%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
15%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stevenson Elementary School's ranking?
Stevenson Elementary School is ranked #2720 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Stevenson Elementary School often compared to?
Stevenson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northpoint Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Stevenson Elementary School?
299 students attend Stevenson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Stevenson Elementary School students are Black, 32% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stevenson Elementary School?
Stevenson Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Stevenson Elementary School offer ?
Stevenson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Stevenson Elementary School part of?
Stevenson Elementary School is part of Bloomington SD 87 School District.
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