Serving 152 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Valmeyer Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower 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 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 152 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Valmeyer Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire Valmeyer district, encompassing approximately 135.9 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 7.8 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 15.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Valmeyer Elementary School's student population of 152 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
152 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Valmeyer Community Unit School District 3 provides equal opportunity in its programs, activities, and employment.
School Rankings
Valmeyer 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 Valmeyer Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#1807 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
2%
29%
White
97%
45%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valmeyer Elementary School's ranking?
Valmeyer Elementary School is ranked #1807 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Valmeyer Elementary School often compared to?
Valmeyer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eagleview Elementary School, W J Zahnow Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Valmeyer Elementary School?
152 students attend Valmeyer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Valmeyer Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valmeyer Elementary School?
Valmeyer Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Valmeyer Elementary School offer ?
Valmeyer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Valmeyer Elementary School part of?
Valmeyer Elementary School is part of Valmeyer CUSD 3 School District.
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