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Northview Elem School
Elementary School · Rantoul City SD 137
400 N Sheldon St, Rantoul, IL 61866
Enrollment
241
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
241
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,362 of 3,813
In Rantoul
#3 of 6
public schools
In district
#3 of 5
Rantoul City SD 137
School environment
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Northview Elem School
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About Northview Elem School
Northview Elem School is a public elementary school in Rantoul, IL, part of Rantoul City SD 137. Northview Elem School serves approximately 241 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Northview Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,362 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Northview Elem School show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 6.4
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at Northview 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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Northview Elem School — Students at Northview Elem School score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 10%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.5%
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: 5.8/10.
How Northview Elem School Compares
See how Northview Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
400 N Sheldon St, Rantoul, IL 61866
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Northview Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pleasant Acres Elem School (rated 8.2/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Clara Peterson Elem School (rated 8.2/10, 10.1 miles away, in nearby Paxton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Eastlawn Elem School (rated 7.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rantoul, see our Rantoul schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST MALACHY SCHOOL Rantoul | 0.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Rantoul Twp High School Rantoul | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| J W Eater Jr High School Rantoul | 0.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Eastlawn Elem School Rantoul | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Broadmeadow Elem School Rantoul | 1.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Pleasant Acres Elem School Rantoul | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Ludlow Elementary School Ludlow | 5.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Thomasboro Grade School Thomasboro | 5.4 mi | 3.4 |
| Prairieview-Ogden Jr High Sch Thomasboro | 7.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Gifford Grade School Gifford | 6.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Clara Peterson Elem School Paxton | 10.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Paxton-Buckley-Loda High School Paxton | 10.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Paxton-Buckley-Loda Jr High Sch Paxton | 10.5 mi | 7.5 |
| KINGSWOOD SCHOOL Urbana | 12.7 mi | — |
| CIRCLE ACADEMY Urbana | 13.4 mi | 7.0 |
| THE HIGH SCHOOL OF SAINT THOMAS MORE Champaign | 12.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Fisher Grade School Fisher | 10.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Fisher Jr/Sr High School Fisher | 10.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Washington Elem School Champaign | 13.8 mi | 7.1 |
| M L King Jr Elem School Urbana | 13.9 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 |
|---|---|
| Aldridge Elem School Chicago, IL | 5.7 |
| DeSoto Elementary School De Soto, IL | 5.7 |
| Elizabeth Graham Elem School Springfield, IL | 5.7 |
| Finkl Elem School Chicago, IL | 5.7 |
| Fisher Grade School Fisher, IL | 5.7 |
| Goodwin Elem School North Aurora, IL | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Northview Elem School
What grades does Northview Elem School serve?
Northview Elem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Northview Elem School?
Northview Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 241 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Northview Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Northview Elem School is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Northview Elem School rank in IL?
Northview Elem School ranks #2,362 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Northview Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Northview Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Northview Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Northview Elem School has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Northview Elem School a charter school?
No, Northview Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Northview Elem School a Title I school?
No, Northview Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Northview Elem School?
85.5% of students at Northview 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
- 241
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Champaign County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.1%
- Phone
- (217) 893-5403
Resources & Links
District
Rantoul City SD 137- District Enrollment
- 1,690
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,067
- District Rank
- #3 of 5
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