Serving 409 students in grades Prekindergarten-1, Goodings Grove School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 409 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Goodings Grove School serves the northern part of Homer Glen, IL, covering an area of approximately 3.2 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Goodings Grove School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Goodings Grove School's student population of 409 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
Total Students
409 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1956
Campus Size
104 acres
School Motto
Prepare self-directed learners with the knowledge, skills, values and experiences to achieve personal success.
School Rankings
Goodings Grove School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Goodings Grove School is 0.33, 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
#713 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
16%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
81%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Royal Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Goodings Grove School's ranking?
Goodings Grove School is ranked #713 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Goodings Grove School often compared to?
Goodings Grove Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stony Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Goodings Grove School?
409 students attend Goodings Grove School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Goodings Grove School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Goodings Grove School?
Goodings Grove School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Goodings Grove School offer ?
Goodings Grove School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1
What school district is Goodings Grove School part of?
Goodings Grove School is part of Homer CCSD 33c School District.
School Calendar
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