Below Average
#3526 of 3,813 schools in IL
West View Elem School
Elementary School · Rockford SD 205
1720 Halsted Rd, Rockford, IL 61103
Enrollment
447
Student-Teacher
19.4:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
447
Student-Teacher
19.4:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,526 of 3,813
In Rockford
#32 of 44
public schools
In district
#32 of 44
Rockford SD 205
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West View Elem School
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About West View Elem School
West View Elem School is a public elementary school in Rockford, IL, part of Rockford SD 205. West View Elem School serves approximately 447 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.4:1 student-teacher ratio. West View Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,526 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for West View Elem School show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 4.8
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
52% of students at West View 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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West View Elem School — Students at West View Elem School score 10% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 9%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.8%
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: 4.1/10.
How West View Elem School Compares
See how West View Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1720 Halsted Rd, Rockford, IL 61103
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering West View Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Thurgood Marshall Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CONCORDIA LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Machesney Park), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CONCORDIA LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Machesney Park), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rockford, see our Rockford schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ROCKFORD BOYLAN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Rockford | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| SPECTRUM SCHOOL Rockford | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| R K Welsh Elem School Rockford | 1.0 mi | 3.4 |
| Conklin Elem School Rockford | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| West Middle School Rockford | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Summerdale Early Childhood Center Rockford | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Thurgood Marshall Elementary Rockford | 1.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Thurgood Marshall School Rockford | 1.5 mi | 8.7 |
| Loves Park Elem School Loves Park | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Roosevelt Center Rockford | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Haskell Elementary School Rockford | 2.0 mi | 5.5 |
| OUR LADY SACRED HEART ACADEMY Rockford | 1.9 mi | 6.0 |
| KEITH COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Rockford | 2.0 mi | 8.5 |
| ST BRIDGET SCHOOL Loves Park | 1.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Harlem Middle School Loves Park | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| CONCORDIA LUTHERAN SCHOOL Machesney Park | 2.2 mi | 6.7 |
| CONCORDIA LUTHERAN SCHOOL Machesney Park | 2.2 mi | 6.7 |
| BEAUTIFUL BEGINNINGS Rockford | 2.7 mi | — |
| Windsor Elem School Loves Park | 2.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Jackson Charter School Rockford | 2.9 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 61103 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,390
Median Home Value
$114,800
Median Rent
$952/mo
Population
23,238
College Educated
20.2%
Homeownership
50.4%
Avg Commute
22.9 min
Poverty Rate
23.4%
Median Age
40.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Balmoral Elem Sch Crete, IL | 4.0 |
| Bluffview Elem School Dupo, 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 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about West View Elem School
What grades does West View Elem School serve?
West View Elem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend West View Elem School?
West View Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 447 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at West View Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at West View Elem School is 19.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does West View Elem School rank in IL?
West View Elem School ranks #3,526 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is West View Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
West View 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 West View Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, West View Elem School has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is West View Elem School a charter school?
No, West View Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is West View Elem School a Title I school?
No, West View Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for West View Elem School?
88.8% of students at West View 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
- 447
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Winnebago County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 51.5%
- Phone
- (815) 654-4945
Resources & Links
District
Rockford SD 205- District Enrollment
- 27,661
- Schools in District
- 45
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,016
- District Rank
- #32 of 44
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