Serving 596 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Maroa-forsyth Grade School ranks in the top 30% 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 30% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 596 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Maroa-forsyth Grade School's student population of 596 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
596 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Maroa-forsyth Grade School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maroa-forsyth Grade School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#840 out of 3426 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
6%
Hispanic
3%
27%
Black
7%
17%
White
76%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
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 Maroa-forsyth Grade School's ranking?
Maroa-forsyth Grade School is ranked #840 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Maroa-forsyth Grade School often compared to?
Maroa-forsyth Grade Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Warrensburg-latham Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Maroa-forsyth Grade School?
596 students attend Maroa-forsyth Grade School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Maroa-forsyth Grade School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Maroa-forsyth Grade School?
Maroa-forsyth Grade School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Maroa-forsyth Grade School offer ?
Maroa-forsyth Grade School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Maroa-forsyth Grade School part of?
Maroa-forsyth Grade School is part of Maroa Forsyth CUSD 2 School District.
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