Serving 374 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Grimes Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower 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 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 374 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grimes Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Grimes Elementary School's student population of 374 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
374 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1971
School Motto
Success Opportunities Acceptance Respect
School Rankings
Grimes 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 Grimes Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#2010 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
90%
28%
Black
2%
16%
White
8%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grimes Elementary School's ranking?
Grimes Elementary School is ranked #2010 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Grimes Elementary School often compared to?
Grimes Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Azuela Elementary School, Dore Elementary School, Charles J Sahs Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Grimes Elementary School?
374 students attend Grimes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Grimes Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grimes Elementary School?
Grimes Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Grimes Elementary School offer ?
Grimes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Grimes Elementary School part of?
Grimes Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Grimes Elementary School located?
Grimes Elementary School is located in the Clearing neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 3 other public schools located in Clearing.
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