BLYTHE PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Blythe Park Elem School is a public elementary school that is part of the Riverside SD 96 school district, located in Riverside, IL with about 185 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 12 teachers, Blythe Park Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Blythe Park Elementary School, located in the residential community of Riverside, Illinois, is a highly regarded public school serving students from kindergarten through fifth grade. As part of Riverside School District 96, the school is known for its commitment to academic excellence, small-town atmosphere, and a strong sense of community involvement. The school prioritizes a well-rounded educational experience, balancing rigorous core academics with enrichment opportunities designed to foster social-emotional growth and intellectual curiosity in its young learners.
The school is frequently recognized for its dedicated faculty and its focus on creating an inclusive, supportive environment. By leveraging the unique historical character of the Village of Riverside, Blythe Park integrates local culture and collaborative partnerships between teachers, parents, and students to enhance the learning process. With its emphasis on early childhood development and personalized attention, Blythe Park Elementary remains a focal point of the local district, consistently aiming to prepare its students for a successful transition to middle school and beyond.
For more information, contact Blythe Park Elem School at (708) 447-2168 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Riverside, IL 60546-1717
(708) 447-2168
BLYTHE PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Riverside, IL with about 185 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Illinois
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Riverside SD 96
- Total Students:
- 185
- Teachers:
- 12.78
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 185 students
- White
- 63.8%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 30.3%
- Black or African American
- 2.7%
- Two or more races
- 2.2%
- Asian
- 1.1%
- Female
- 46.5%
- Male
- 53.5%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.