Serving 571 students in grades Kindergarten-5, River View Elementary School ranks in the top 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 22% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is higher than 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 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 571 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
River View Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
River View Elementary School's student population of 571 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
571 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
River View Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of River View Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#1267 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)22%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
28%
28%
Black
10%
16%
White
55%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is River View Elementary School's ranking?
River View Elementary School is ranked #1267 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are River View Elementary School often compared to?
River View Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brookdale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend River View Elementary School?
571 students attend River View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of River View Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of River View Elementary School?
River View Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does River View Elementary School offer ?
River View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is River View Elementary School part of?
River View Elementary School is part of Plainfield SD 202 School District.
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