Serving 456 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bottenfield Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 456 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bottenfield Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Bottenfield Elementary School's student population of 456 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
456 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Motto
'Empowering Each Learner to Thrive in a Diverse and Changing World'
School Rankings
Bottenfield Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bottenfield Elementary School is 0.73, which is more 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
#1363 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
6%
Hispanic
7%
29%
Black
32%
16%
White
38%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Champaign CUSD 4 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bottenfield Elementary School's ranking?
Bottenfield Elementary School is ranked #1363 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Bottenfield Elementary School often compared to?
Bottenfield Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carrie Busey Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Bottenfield Elementary School?
456 students attend Bottenfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Bottenfield Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bottenfield Elementary School?
Bottenfield Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bottenfield Elementary School offer ?
Bottenfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Bottenfield Elementary School part of?
Bottenfield Elementary School is part of Champaign CUSD 4 School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
The staff knows and cares about their students' well being. The school is welcoming and has a ton of community volunteers and good parent involvement. They are a very academically successful school to boot.
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