Very Good
#842 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 22% in state
River Valley School
Elementary School · Lemont-Bromberek CSD 113A
15425 E 127th St, Lemont, IL 60439
Enrollment
578
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
7.5
Grades
2nd – 3rd
Enrollment
578
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
7.5
Grades
2nd – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#842 of 3,813
In Lemont
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
Lemont-Bromberek CSD 113A
Academic performance
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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River Valley School
Elementary School in Lemont · grades 2nd – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About River Valley School
River Valley School is a public elementary school in Lemont, IL, part of Lemont-Bromberek CSD 113A. River Valley School serves approximately 578 students, and covers grades 2nd-3rd, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. River Valley School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #842 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for River Valley School show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.0
- IL avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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River Valley School — Students at River Valley School score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
17%
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: 8.1/10.
How River Valley School Compares
See how River Valley School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
15425 E 127th St, Lemont, IL 60439
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering River Valley School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Reed Elem School (rated 8.8/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Homer Glen), which scores notably higher. Another option is Walsh Elem School (rated 8.0/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Lockport), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, William E Young School (rated 7.8/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Homer Glen), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lemont, see our Lemont schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Oakwood School Lemont | 0.1 mi | 5.1 |
| THE LEARNING EXPERIENCE AT LEMONT Lemont | 0.2 mi | — |
| SS CYRIL & METHODIUS SCHOOL Lemont | 0.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Central School Lemont | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Old Quarry Middle Sch Lemont | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Lemont Twp High School Lemont | 1.2 mi | 9.0 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF LEMONT Lemont | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Reed Elem School Homer Glen | 2.3 mi | 8.8 |
| ST ALPHONSUS/ST PATRICK SCHOOL Lemont | 2.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Oak Prairie Jr High School Homer Glen | 3.3 mi | 7.5 |
| BOBBIE NOONAN'S CHILD CARE Homer Glen | 3.5 mi | — |
| Luther J Schilling School Homer Glen | 4.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Walsh Elem School Lockport | 4.2 mi | 8.0 |
| John R Tibbott Elem School Bolingbrook | 4.0 mi | 7.4 |
| William E Young School Homer Glen | 4.6 mi | 7.8 |
| LUPINE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lockport | 4.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Goodings Grove School Homer Glen | 3.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Bernard J Ward Elem School Bolingbrook | 3.9 mi | 5.2 |
| ST DOMINIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bolingbrook | 4.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Hubert H Humphrey Middle School Bolingbrook | 4.4 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60439 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$132,511
Median Home Value
$466,800
Median Rent
$1,046/mo
Population
24,255
College Educated
44.7%
Homeownership
88.5%
Avg Commute
35 min
Poverty Rate
3%
Median Age
44.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bernard Long Elem Sch Madison, IL | 7.5 |
| Budlong Elem School Chicago, IL | 7.5 |
| Euclid Elem School Mount Prospect, IL | 7.5 |
| Frederick Nerge Elem School Roselle, IL | 7.5 |
| Glen Hill Elementary School Glendale Heights, IL | 7.5 |
| Greeley Elem School Chicago, IL | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about River Valley School
What grades does River Valley School serve?
River Valley School serves students in grades 2nd through 3rd.
How many students attend River Valley School?
River Valley School has an enrollment of approximately 578 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at River Valley School?
The student-teacher ratio at River Valley School is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does River Valley School rank in IL?
River Valley School ranks #842 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is River Valley School's MySchoolScout rating?
River Valley School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 River Valley School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, River Valley School has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is River Valley School a charter school?
No, River Valley School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is River Valley School a Title I school?
No, River Valley School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for River Valley School?
17.0% of students at River Valley 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
- 2nd – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 578
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 17.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.2%
- Phone
- (630) 257-2286
Resources & Links
District
Lemont-Bromberek CSD 113A- District Enrollment
- 2,577
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,838
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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