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#3475 of 3,813 schools in IL

Bicentennial Elem School

Elementary School · Moline-Coal Valley CUSD 40

1004 1st St, Coal Valley, IL 61240

Enrollment

335

Student-Teacher

18.6:1

Score

4.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#3,475 of 3,813

In district

#8 of 14

Moline-Coal Valley CUSD 40

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Bicentennial Elem School

4.1/10

Elementary School in Coal Valley · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Butterworth Elem School

5.9/10

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5.6/10

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About Bicentennial Elem School

Bicentennial Elem School is a public elementary school in Coal Valley, IL, part of Moline-Coal Valley CUSD 40. Bicentennial Elem School serves approximately 335 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Bicentennial Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,475 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Bicentennial Elem School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.1 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.1
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.9Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.93 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.1Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency20% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)28% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-8.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile33th
Resources & Environment3.0Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,998
Chronic Absenteeism20.3%

Bicentennial Elem School — Students at Bicentennial Elem School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

46.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 49.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 45.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
89%
ELA
80%
2011
Math
97.5%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
62%
2013
ELA
67%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2022
ELA
22%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.9/10.

How Bicentennial Elem School Compares

See how Bicentennial Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.1/10
9th percentile in IL
Academic
5.1/10
Average
Growth
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
3.0/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
46%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.3%

Location

1004 1st St, Coal Valley, IL 61240

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bicentennial Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. OUR LADY OF GRACE (rated 8.0/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby East Moline), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wells Elem School (rated 6.6/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby East Moline), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Butterworth Elem School (rated 5.9/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Moline), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Coal Valley, see our Coal Valley schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Butterworth Elem School Moline 2.0 mi 5.9
Jane Addams Elementary School Moline 2.3 mi 5.6
Wells Elem School East Moline 3.3 mi 6.6
Moline Sr High School Moline 3.3 mi 6.5
VILLA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Moline 3.5 mi
Roosevelt Elem School Moline 3.6 mi 3.3
Jefferson Early Childhood Ctr Moline 3.4 mi 5.1
United Twp High School East Moline 3.7 mi 4.3
Woodrow Wilson Middle School Moline 4.0 mi 3.6
George Washington Elem School Moline 3.9 mi 4.2
Benjamin Franklin Elem School Moline 4.1 mi 4.1
Glenview Middle School East Moline 4.1 mi 5.7
Ridgewood Elem School East Moline 4.1 mi 4.8
QUAD CITIES CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Moline 3.6 mi 6.8
Bowlesburg Elem School Silvis 3.9 mi 4.9
Logan Elem School Moline 4.2 mi 3.9
Hillcrest Elem School East Moline 4.7 mi 4.0
OUR LADY OF GRACE East Moline 5.0 mi 8.0
Willard Elem School Moline 4.6 mi 2.7
Hamilton Elem School Moline 4.3 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 61240 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$108,929

Median Home Value

$231,000

Population

5,988

College Educated

33%

Homeownership

93.6%

Avg Commute

21.3 min

Poverty Rate

2.7%

Median Age

48.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bicentennial Elem School

What grades does Bicentennial Elem School serve?

Bicentennial Elem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Bicentennial Elem School?

Bicentennial Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 335 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bicentennial Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at Bicentennial Elem School is 18.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bicentennial Elem School rank in IL?

Bicentennial Elem School ranks #3,475 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Bicentennial Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bicentennial Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Bicentennial Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bicentennial Elem School has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Bicentennial Elem School a charter school?

No, Bicentennial Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bicentennial Elem School a Title I school?

No, Bicentennial Elem School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bicentennial Elem School?

46.3% of students at Bicentennial Elem School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
18 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
335
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Free/Reduced Lunch
46.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Rock Island County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.3%

District

Moline-Coal Valley CUSD 40
District Enrollment
7,254
Schools in District
15
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,998
District Rank
#8 of 14

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