Serving 295 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Tri-valley Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 295 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Tri-Valley Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Downs, IL, encompassing approximately 99.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 12.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tri-valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Tri-valley Elementary School's student population of 295 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
295 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tri-valley Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tri-valley Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#68 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
29%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Valley of the Vikings
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tri-valley Elementary School's ranking?
Tri-valley Elementary School is ranked #68 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Tri-valley Elementary School often compared to?
Tri-valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Benjamin Elementary School, Grove Elementary School, Thomas Metcalf School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Tri-valley Elementary School?
295 students attend Tri-valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Tri-valley Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tri-valley Elementary School?
Tri-valley Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Tri-valley Elementary School offer ?
Tri-valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Tri-valley Elementary School part of?
Tri-valley Elementary School is part of Tri Valley CUSD 3 School District.
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