Below Average
#3508 of 3,813 schools in IL
Bluffview Elem School
Elementary School · Comm Unit School District No 196
905 Bluffview Elementary Ln, Dupo, IL 62239
Enrollment
503
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
503
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,508 of 3,813
In Dupo
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
Comm Unit School District No 196
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Bluffview Elem School
Elementary School in Dupo · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Bluffview Elem School
Bluffview Elem School is a public elementary school in Dupo, IL, part of Comm Unit School District No 196. Bluffview Elem School serves approximately 503 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Bluffview Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,508 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Bluffview Elem School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- IL avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Bluffview Elem School — Students at Bluffview Elem School score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 18%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
68%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 2.4/10.
How Bluffview Elem School Compares
See how Bluffview Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
905 Bluffview Elementary Ln, Dupo, IL 62239
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bluffview Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Parkview Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Columbia), which scores notably higher. Another option is Eagleview Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Columbia), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST CECILIA SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby St. Louis), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dupo, see our Dupo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Dupo Jr High School Dupo | 0.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Dupo High School Dupo | 0.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Elizabeth Morris Elem School Cahokia | 3.1 mi | 2.5 |
| Huffman Elem School Cahokia | 3.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Cahokia High School Cahokia | 4.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Parkview Elementary School Columbia | 4.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Maplewood Elem School Cahokia | 4.3 mi | 3.9 |
| LYON AT BLOW ELEM. St. Louis | 4.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Penniman Elem School Cahokia | 4.2 mi | 2.4 |
| Estelle Sauget School of Choice Cahokia | 4.2 mi | 2.4 |
| Columbia High School Columbia | 4.7 mi | 6.6 |
| WOODWARD ELEM. St. Louis | 4.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Columbia Middle School Columbia | 4.9 mi | 6.1 |
| MERAMEC ELEM. St. Louis | 4.8 mi | 5.7 |
| ST CECILIA SCHOOL St. Louis | 4.5 mi | 6.9 |
| CARNAHAN SCH. OF THE FUTURE St. Louis | 4.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Carnahan Middle St. Louis | 4.9 mi | 6.8 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION Columbia | 5.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Eagleview Elementary School Columbia | 5.0 mi | 7.0 |
| KIPP WONDER ACADEMY St. Louis | 5.0 mi | 2.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 62239 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,793
Median Home Value
$111,700
Median Rent
$935/mo
Population
4,381
College Educated
18.2%
Homeownership
60.8%
Avg Commute
24.3 min
Poverty Rate
9.2%
Median Age
41.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Balmoral Elem Sch Crete, IL | 4.0 |
| C Henry Bloom Elem School Rockford, IL | 4.0 |
| Caroline Sibley Elem School Calumet City, IL | 4.0 |
| Cumberland Elem School Toledo, IL | 4.0 |
| Eldorado Elem School Eldorado, IL | 4.0 |
| Emerson Elem School Maywood, IL | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bluffview Elem School
What grades does Bluffview Elem School serve?
Bluffview Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Bluffview Elem School?
Bluffview Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 503 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bluffview Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Bluffview Elem School is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bluffview Elem School rank in IL?
Bluffview Elem School ranks #3,508 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Bluffview Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Bluffview Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Bluffview Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bluffview Elem School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Bluffview Elem School a charter school?
No, Bluffview Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bluffview Elem School a Title I school?
No, Bluffview Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bluffview Elem School?
68.0% of students at Bluffview 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 503
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 68.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Clair County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.0%
- Phone
- (618) 286-3311
Resources & Links
District
Comm Unit School District No 196- District Enrollment
- 900
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,089
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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