Serving 168 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Bartelso Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 168 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bartelso Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Bartelso Elementary School's student population of 168 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
168 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bartelso 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 Bartelso Elementary School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#103 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
n/a
28%
Black
n/a
17%
White
100%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bartelso Elementary School's ranking?
Bartelso Elementary School is ranked #103 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Bartelso Elementary School often compared to?
Bartelso Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Breese Elementary School, St. Rose Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Bartelso Elementary School?
168 students attend Bartelso Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Bartelso Elementary School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bartelso Elementary School?
Bartelso Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bartelso Elementary School offer ?
Bartelso Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Bartelso Elementary School part of?
Bartelso Elementary School is part of Bartelso SD 57 School District.
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