Serving 728 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Grande Reserve Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 35% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (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 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 728 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Grande Reserve Elementary School serves the northern part of Yorkville, IL, covering an area of approximately 3.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grande Reserve Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Grande Reserve Elementary School's student population of 728 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 39% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
728 students
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Motto
'Encouraging Lifelong Learning'
School Rankings
Grande Reserve 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 Grande Reserve Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#686 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
24%
29%
Black
8%
16%
White
60%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grande Reserve Elementary School's ranking?
Grande Reserve Elementary School is ranked #686 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Grande Reserve Elementary School?
728 students attend Grande Reserve Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Grande Reserve Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grande Reserve Elementary School?
Grande Reserve Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Grande Reserve Elementary School offer ?
Grande Reserve Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Grande Reserve Elementary School part of?
Grande Reserve Elementary School is part of Yorkville CUSD 115 School District.
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