Serving 372 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Grace Mcwayne Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 35-39% (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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 372 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Grace McWayne Elementary School serves the west part of Batavia, IL, encompassing an area of approximately 6 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of about 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with most living around 1.4 miles away from its edges and the furthest point being 2.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grace Mcwayne Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Grace Mcwayne Elementary School's student population of 372 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
372 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Nurturing the whole child to thrive in an ever-changing world.
School Rankings
Grace Mcwayne Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grace Mcwayne Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#559 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 22-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 Grace Mcwayne Elementary School's ranking?
Grace Mcwayne Elementary School is ranked #559 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Grace Mcwayne Elementary School often compared to?
Grace Mcwayne Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clifford Johnson 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 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Grace Mcwayne Elementary School?
372 students attend Grace Mcwayne Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Grace Mcwayne Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grace Mcwayne Elementary School?
Grace Mcwayne Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Grace Mcwayne Elementary School offer ?
Grace Mcwayne Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Grace Mcwayne Elementary School part of?
Grace Mcwayne Elementary School is part of Batavia USD 101 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break- No School
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Last Day of School
May 20, 2027 (Thursday)
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