Serving 741 students in grades 6-8, Grove Jr High 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 21% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 741 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Grove Jr High School serves the southern part of Elk Grove Village, IL, covering an area of approximately 9.3 square miles. Families can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with most residents living within 1.9 miles of the school and the furthest edge of the zone reaching up to 3.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grove Jr High School's student population of 741 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
741 students
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
School Motto
Preparing Students to be Successful for Life
School Rankings
Grove Jr High 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 Grove Jr High School is 0.60, 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
#2194 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
49%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
40%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grove Jr High School's ranking?
Grove Jr High School is ranked #2194 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Grove Jr High School often compared to?
Grove Jr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Holmes Jr High School, Friendship Jr High School, Catalyst Charter - Maria Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Grove Jr High School?
741 students attend Grove Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Grove Jr High School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grove Jr High School?
Grove Jr High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Grove Jr High School offer ?
Grove Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Grove Jr High School part of?
Grove Jr High School is part of Community Cons SD 59 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Non-Attendance Days: Spring Break
March 22, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day: Students and Staff (Early Release)
May 27, 2027 (Thursday)
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