Serving 81 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bluffs 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 20-29% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 81 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bluffs Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Bluffs Elementary School's student population of 81 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
81 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Bluffs Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bluffs Elementary School is 0.11, 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
#1693 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
n/a
29%
Black
n/a
16%
White
94%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bluffs Elementary School's ranking?
Bluffs Elementary School is ranked #1693 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Bluffs Elementary School often compared to?
Bluffs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Winchester Elementary School, Bluffs High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Bluffs Elementary School?
81 students attend Bluffs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Bluffs Elementary School students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bluffs Elementary School?
Bluffs Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bluffs Elementary School offer ?
Bluffs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Bluffs Elementary School part of?
Bluffs Elementary School is part of Scott-Morgan CUSD 2 School District.
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