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Bureau Valley North
Elementary School · Bureau Valley CUSD 340
323 S Main St Bureau Valley Elementary - Walnut Campus, Walnut, IL 61376
Enrollment
171
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
171
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,875 of 3,813
In district
#4 of 4
Bureau Valley CUSD 340
School environment
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Bureau Valley North
Elementary School in Walnut · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Bureau Valley North
Bureau Valley North is a public elementary school in Walnut, IL, part of Bureau Valley CUSD 340. Bureau Valley North serves approximately 171 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Bureau Valley North has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,875 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Bureau Valley North show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 171 students, Bureau Valley North 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.
At 9:1 students to teachers, Bureau Valley North sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Bureau Valley North sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Bureau Valley North — Students at Bureau Valley North score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
48.5%
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: 2.2/10.
How Bureau Valley North Compares
See how Bureau Valley North performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
323 S Main St Bureau Valley Elementary - Walnut Campus, Walnut, IL 61376
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bureau Valley North may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ohio Com Cons Grade School (rated 8.2/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Ohio), which scores notably higher. Another option is East Coloma - Nelson Elem Sch (rated 8.0/10, 15.8 miles away, in nearby Rock Falls), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bureau Valley Elemntry-Wyanet (rated 7.5/10, 13.3 miles away, in nearby Wyanet), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Walnut, see our Walnut schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bureau Valley Elem and JH Manlius | 8.0 mi | 9.0 |
| Bureau Valley High School Sheffield | 8.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Ohio Com Cons Grade School Ohio | 7.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Ohio Community High School Ohio | 7.0 mi | — |
| Bureau Valley Elemntry-Wyanet Wyanet | 13.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Montmorency CCSD #145 Rock Falls | 12.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Tampico Elem School Tampico | 10.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Jefferson Elem School Princeton | 13.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Douglas Elementary School Princeton | 13.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Logan Jr High School Princeton | 13.9 mi | 4.9 |
| PRINCETON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Princeton | 13.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Princeton High School Princeton | 14.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Lincoln Elem School Princeton | 14.4 mi | 7.3 |
| East Coloma - Nelson Elem Sch Rock Falls | 15.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Dillon Elementary School Rock Falls | 15.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Rock Falls Middle School Rock Falls | 15.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Merrill Elem School Rock Falls | 16.3 mi | 5.7 |
| ST ANDREW CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rock Falls | 16.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Rock Falls Township High School Rock Falls | 16.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Riverdale PreSchool Center Rock Falls | 16.4 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 61376 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,045
Median Home Value
$123,700
Median Rent
$881/mo
Population
2,021
College Educated
24.3%
Homeownership
77.1%
Avg Commute
21.4 min
Poverty Rate
14.5%
Median Age
43.9
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|---|---|
| Costello School Lyons, IL | 5.0 |
| Dongola Elementary School Dongola, IL | 5.0 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Collinsville, IL | 5.0 |
| HOLY CROSS LUTHERAN CHURCH & SCHOOL Collinsville, IL | 5.0 |
| Harding Primary School Monmouth, IL | 5.0 |
| Madison Elem School Chicago, IL | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bureau Valley North
What grades does Bureau Valley North serve?
Bureau Valley North serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Bureau Valley North?
Bureau Valley North has an enrollment of approximately 171 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bureau Valley North?
The student-teacher ratio at Bureau Valley North is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bureau Valley North rank in IL?
Bureau Valley North ranks #2,875 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Bureau Valley North's MySchoolScout rating?
Bureau Valley North has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Bureau Valley North?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bureau Valley North has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Bureau Valley North a charter school?
No, Bureau Valley North is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bureau Valley North a Title I school?
No, Bureau Valley North is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bureau Valley North?
48.5% of students at Bureau Valley North 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 171
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 48.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Bureau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.9%
- Phone
- (815) 379-2900
Resources & Links
District
Bureau Valley CUSD 340- District Enrollment
- 926
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,114
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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