Serving 513 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Grove Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 54% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 513 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Grove Elementary School's student population of 513 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
513 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Grove Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grove Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#283 out of 3426 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)46%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
21%
6%
Hispanic
4%
27%
Black
6%
17%
White
64%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Grove Elementary School is ranked #283 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Grove Elementary School often compared to?
Grove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Benjamin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Grove Elementary School?
513 students attend Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Grove Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Grove Elementary School?
Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Grove Elementary School offer ?
Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Grove Elementary School part of?
Grove Elementary School is part of Mclean County USD 5 School District.
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