Below Average
#634 of 716 private schools in IL
Bloom Community School
School
1100 N BEECH STREET, BLDG #11, Normal, IL 61761
Enrollment
35
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 10th
Enrollment
35
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 10th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#634 of 716
In Normal
#3 of 3
public schools
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About Bloom Community School
Bloom Community School is a private school in Normal, IL. Bloom Community School serves approximately 35 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-10th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Bloom Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #634 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 35 students, Bloom Community School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Bloom Community School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Bloom Community School compares to 15 public schools serving similar grades in Normal, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bloom Community School (this school) | 4.9 |
| Chiddix Jr High School | 6.3 |
| Sugar Creek Elem School | 3.6 |
| Prairieland Elementary School | 7.8 |
| Fairview Elem School | 6.9 |
| Colene Hoose Elem School | 5.6 |
| University High School | 9.4 |
| Thomas Metcalf School | 8.9 |
| Kingsley Jr High School | 4.9 |
| Glenn Elem School | 6.8 |
| Oakdale Elem School | 4.6 |
| Normal Community West High School | 6.0 |
| Parkside Jr High School | 6.1 |
| Grove Elementary School | 7.9 |
| Parkside Elementary School | 5.6 |
| Normal Community High School | 6.3 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in IL.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in IL
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1100 N BEECH STREET, BLDG #11, Normal, IL 61761
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bloom Community School may also want to explore other schools in the area. University High School (rated 9.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Thomas Metcalf School (rated 8.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Northpoint Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Bloomington), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Normal, see our Normal schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MULBERRY SCHOOL Normal | 0.1 mi | — |
| EPIPHANY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Normal | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Chiddix Jr High School Normal | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Prairieland Elementary School Normal | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Colene Hoose Elem School Normal | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Sugar Creek Elem School Normal | 0.9 mi | 3.6 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Normal | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Fairview Elem School Normal | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Thomas Metcalf School Normal | 1.2 mi | 8.9 |
| University High School Normal | 1.1 mi | 9.4 |
| Glenn Elem School Normal | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Kingsley Jr High School Normal | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Oakdale Elem School Normal | 1.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Bloomington Jr High School Bloomington | 2.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Bloomington High School Bloomington | 2.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Bent Elem School Bloomington | 2.5 mi | 3.0 |
| Stevenson Elem School Bloomington | 2.3 mi | 3.6 |
| Washington Elem School Bloomington | 2.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Northpoint Elementary School Bloomington | 2.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Oakland Elementary School Bloomington | 3.2 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 61761 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,642
Median Home Value
$200,900
Median Rent
$976/mo
Population
53,404
College Educated
52.5%
Homeownership
55.4%
Avg Commute
17.2 min
Poverty Rate
21.3%
Median Age
25.3
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| CS ACADEMY COLLEGE PREP Chicago, IL | 5.5 |
| CS ACADEMY Chicago, IL | 6.2 |
| SUMMIT SCHOOL Elgin, IL | 6.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bloom Community School
What grades does Bloom Community School serve?
Bloom Community School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 10th.
How many students attend Bloom Community School?
Bloom Community School has an enrollment of approximately 35 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bloom Community School?
The student-teacher ratio at Bloom Community School is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Bloom Community School rank in IL?
Bloom Community School ranks #634 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is Bloom Community School's MySchoolScout rating?
Bloom Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Bloom Community School a private school?
Yes, Bloom Community School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Bloom Community School a religious school?
No, Bloom Community School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 10th
- Enrollment
- 35
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- McLean County
- Phone
- (309) 808-1192
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