Serving 497 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Grove Avenue Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 497 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grove Avenue Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Grove Avenue Elementary School's student population of 497 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
497 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Grove Avenue Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grove Avenue Elementary School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#135 out of 3663 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
28%
5%
Hispanic
11%
27%
Black
1%
17%
White
57%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grove Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Grove Avenue Elementary School is ranked #135 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Grove Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Grove Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barbara B Rose Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Grove Avenue Elementary School?
497 students attend Grove Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Grove Avenue Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Grove Avenue Elementary School?
Grove Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Grove Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Grove Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Grove Avenue Elementary School part of?
Grove Avenue Elementary School is part of Barrington CUSD 220 School District.
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