Serving 788 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 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 788 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grove Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Grove Jr High School's student population of 788 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
788 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 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 0.69. 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
11:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
48%
28%
Black
1%
17%
White
41%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
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 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 Friendship Jr High School, Holmes 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?
788 students attend Grove Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Grove Jr High School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grove Jr High School?
Grove Jr High School has a student ration of 11:1, 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 23, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day: Students and Staff (1 Hour Early Release for Students)
June 01, 2026 (Monday)
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