Serving 273 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Butterworth 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 273 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Butterworth Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Butterworth Elementary School's student population of 273 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
273 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Red and White
School Calendar
School Rankings
Butterworth Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Butterworth Elementary School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2447 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
24%
29%
Black
16%
16%
White
50%
45%
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bobcat
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Butterworth Elementary School's ranking?
Butterworth Elementary School is ranked #2447 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Butterworth Elementary School often compared to?
Butterworth Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like George Washington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Butterworth Elementary School?
273 students attend Butterworth Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Butterworth Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Butterworth Elementary School?
Butterworth Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Butterworth Elementary School offer ?
Butterworth Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Butterworth Elementary School part of?
Butterworth Elementary School is part of Moline-Coal Valley CUSD 40 School District.
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