Serving 156 students in grades 5-8, Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 156 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Chicago Heights, IL, covering approximately 3.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school from anywhere within the zone is about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge being 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center's student population of 156 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
156 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center is 0.13, 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
#3352 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
30%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
93%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)1.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2005–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center's ranking?
Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center is ranked #3352 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center?
156 students attend Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center students are Black, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center?
Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center offer ?
Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center part of?
Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center is part of Ford Heights SD 169 School District.
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