Serving 542 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Skoff 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 26% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 542 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Skoff Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Skoff Elementary School's student population of 542 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
542 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Skoff 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 Skoff Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#1633 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
44%
29%
Black
21%
16%
White
24%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Valley View CUSD 365u School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Skoff Elementary School's ranking?
Skoff Elementary School is ranked #1633 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Skoff Elementary School?
542 students attend Skoff Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Skoff Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 21% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Skoff Elementary School?
Skoff Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Skoff Elementary School offer ?
Skoff Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Skoff Elementary School part of?
Skoff Elementary School is part of Valley View CUSD 365u School District.
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