Serving 246 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Germantown 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 246 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Germantown 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
Germantown Elementary School's student population of 246 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
246 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Germantown Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Germantown Elementary School 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
#129 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
6%
28%
Black
n/a
16%
White
93%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Germantown Elementary School's ranking?
Germantown Elementary School is ranked #129 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Germantown Elementary School often compared to?
Germantown Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aviston Elementary School, St. Rose Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Germantown Elementary School?
246 students attend Germantown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Germantown Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Germantown Elementary School?
Germantown Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Germantown Elementary School offer ?
Germantown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Germantown Elementary School part of?
Germantown Elementary School is part of Germantown SD 60 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School - Fall Break
November 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
1:40 Dismissal for Spring Break
April 01, 2026 (Wednesday)
No School - Spring Break
April 02, 2026 (Thursday)
No School - Spring Break
April 06, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day of School (No Emergency Days Used)
May 19, 2026 (Tuesday)
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