Serving 521 students in grades Kindergarten-5, West View 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% 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: 521 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West View Elementary School serves the northwest section of Rockford, IL, encompassing an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
West View Elementary School's student population of 521 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
521 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
West View 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 West View Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#2478 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
19%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
51%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
22%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
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)44.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
2%
Showing 2005–2015. View full 14-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 West View Elementary School's ranking?
West View Elementary School is ranked #2478 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are West View Elementary School often compared to?
West View Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Conklin Elementary School, R K Welsh Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend West View Elementary School?
521 students attend West View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of West View Elementary School students are Black, 22% of students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West View Elementary School?
West View Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does West View Elementary School offer ?
West View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is West View Elementary School part of?
West View Elementary School is part of Rockford SD 205 School District.
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