Serving 363 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Grant Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 363 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Grant Elementary School serves the northern part of Melrose Park, IL, covering an area of approximately 0.8 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with distances to the nearest edge averaging around 0.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grant Elementary School's student population of 363 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
363 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Grant Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grant Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#3087 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
95%
29%
Black
3%
16%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
19%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grant Elementary School's ranking?
Grant Elementary School is ranked #3087 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Grant Elementary School often compared to?
Grant Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kennedy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Grant Elementary School?
363 students attend Grant Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Grant Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grant Elementary School?
Grant Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Grant Elementary School offer ?
Grant Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Grant Elementary School part of?
Grant Elementary School is part of Bellwood SD 88 School District.
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