Serving 626 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Walkers Grove Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 626 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walkers Grove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Walkers Grove Elementary School's student population of 626 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
626 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Walkers Grove Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walkers Grove Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#526 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)34%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
12%
6%
Hispanic
9%
27%
Black
7%
17%
White
69%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walkers Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Walkers Grove Elementary School is ranked #526 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Walkers Grove Elementary School often compared to?
Walkers Grove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Walkers Grove Elementary School?
626 students attend Walkers Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Walkers Grove Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walkers Grove Elementary School?
Walkers Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Walkers Grove Elementary School offer ?
Walkers Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Walkers Grove Elementary School part of?
Walkers Grove Elementary School is part of Plainfield SD 202 School District.
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