Serving 243 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Broadmeadow Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 243 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Broadmeadow Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Broadmeadow Elementary School's student population of 243 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
243 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Broadmeadow Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Broadmeadow Elementary School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3151 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤5%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
12%
28%
Black
44%
16%
White
27%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
17%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
22%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Broadmeadow Elementary School's ranking?
Broadmeadow Elementary School is ranked #3151 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Broadmeadow Elementary School often compared to?
Broadmeadow Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eastlawn Elementary School, Northview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Broadmeadow Elementary School?
243 students attend Broadmeadow Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Broadmeadow Elementary School students are Black, 27% of students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, and 12% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Broadmeadow Elementary School?
Broadmeadow Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Broadmeadow Elementary School offer ?
Broadmeadow Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Broadmeadow Elementary School part of?
Broadmeadow Elementary School is part of Rantoul City SD 137 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break - No School
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of Student Attendance 1/2 Day School Improvement
May 23, 2025 (Friday)
Last Day K - 8th (if ALL 5 emergency days are used)
June 03, 2025 (Tuesday)
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