Below Average
#3425 of 3,813 schools in IL
Broadmeadow Elem School
Elementary School · Rantoul City SD 137
500 Sunview Rd, Rantoul, IL 61866
Enrollment
243
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
243
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,425 of 3,813
In Rantoul
#5 of 6
public schools
In district
#4 of 5
Rantoul City SD 137
School environment
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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Broadmeadow Elem School
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About Broadmeadow Elem School
Broadmeadow Elem School is a public elementary school in Rantoul, IL, part of Rantoul City SD 137. Broadmeadow Elem School serves approximately 243 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Broadmeadow Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,425 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Broadmeadow Elem School show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 6.4
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at Broadmeadow Elem School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Broadmeadow Elem School — Students at Broadmeadow Elem School score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 8%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.9%
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: 3.2/10.
How Broadmeadow Elem School Compares
See how Broadmeadow Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
500 Sunview Rd, Rantoul, IL 61866
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Broadmeadow Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pleasant Acres Elem School (rated 8.2/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Clara Peterson Elem School (rated 8.2/10, 11.0 miles away, in nearby Paxton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Eastlawn Elem School (rated 7.4/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rantoul, see our Rantoul schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| J W Eater Jr High School Rantoul | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| ST MALACHY SCHOOL Rantoul | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Rantoul Twp High School Rantoul | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Northview Elem School Rantoul | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Eastlawn Elem School Rantoul | 1.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Pleasant Acres Elem School Rantoul | 2.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Thomasboro Grade School Thomasboro | 4.6 mi | 3.4 |
| Ludlow Elementary School Ludlow | 5.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Prairieview-Ogden Jr High Sch Thomasboro | 7.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Gifford Grade School Gifford | 7.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Paxton-Buckley-Loda High School Paxton | 11.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Clara Peterson Elem School Paxton | 11.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Paxton-Buckley-Loda Jr High Sch Paxton | 11.3 mi | 7.5 |
| KINGSWOOD SCHOOL Urbana | 12.0 mi | — |
| THE HIGH SCHOOL OF SAINT THOMAS MORE Champaign | 11.5 mi | 7.6 |
| CIRCLE ACADEMY Urbana | 12.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Fisher Grade School Fisher | 9.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Fisher Jr/Sr High School Fisher | 9.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Washington Elem School Champaign | 13.0 mi | 7.1 |
| M L King Jr Elem School Urbana | 13.1 mi | 4.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 61866 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,389
Median Home Value
$111,900
Median Rent
$892/mo
Population
13,407
College Educated
12.7%
Homeownership
51.4%
Avg Commute
19.1 min
Poverty Rate
18%
Median Age
35.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Claremont Academy Elem School Chicago, IL | 4.2 |
| Fieldcrest Primary School Minonk, IL | 4.2 |
| Galva Elem School Galva, IL | 4.2 |
| George Washington Elem School Moline, IL | 4.2 |
| Henry Raab Elem School Belleville, IL | 4.2 |
| Jefferson Elem School Johnston City, IL | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Broadmeadow Elem School
What grades does Broadmeadow Elem School serve?
Broadmeadow Elem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Broadmeadow Elem School?
Broadmeadow Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 243 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Broadmeadow Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Broadmeadow Elem School is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Broadmeadow Elem School rank in IL?
Broadmeadow Elem School ranks #3,425 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Broadmeadow Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Broadmeadow Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Broadmeadow Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Broadmeadow Elem School has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Broadmeadow Elem School a charter school?
No, Broadmeadow Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Broadmeadow Elem School a Title I school?
No, Broadmeadow Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Broadmeadow Elem School?
90.9% of students at Broadmeadow 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 243
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Champaign County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.0%
- Phone
- (217) 893-5405
Resources & Links
District
Rantoul City SD 137- District Enrollment
- 1,690
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,067
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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