Serving 687 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Grande Park Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 687 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Grande Park Elementary School serves the eastern part of Plainfield, IL, encompassing approximately 13.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 2.3 miles to the nearest boundary and the furthest edge located 4.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grande Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Grande Park Elementary School's student population of 687 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
687 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Positively working together to achieve our goals with Grizzly pride!
School Rankings
Grande Park Elementary 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 Grande Park Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#751 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
Asian
17%
6%
Hispanic
15%
29%
Black
13%
16%
White
50%
45%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grande Park Elementary School's ranking?
Grande Park Elementary School is ranked #751 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Grande Park Elementary School often compared to?
Grande Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Freedom Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Grande Park Elementary School?
687 students attend Grande Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Grande Park Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grande Park Elementary School?
Grande Park Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Grande Park Elementary School offer ?
Grande Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Grande Park Elementary School part of?
Grande Park Elementary School is part of CUSD 308 School District.
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