Serving 386 students in grades 3-5, Johnsburg Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 32% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 386 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: James C Bush Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of McHenry, IL, covering approximately 19.1 square miles. Families within this area typically experience a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 5.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Johnsburg Elementary School's student population of 386 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
386 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Johnsburg Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Johnsburg Elementary School is 0.31, 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
#1314 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
82%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Johnsburg Elementary School's ranking?
Johnsburg Elementary School is ranked #1314 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Johnsburg Elementary School often compared to?
Johnsburg Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chauncey H Duker School, Landmark Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Johnsburg Elementary School?
386 students attend Johnsburg Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Johnsburg Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Johnsburg Elementary School?
Johnsburg Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Johnsburg Elementary School offer ?
Johnsburg Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Johnsburg Elementary School part of?
Johnsburg Elementary School is part of Johnsburg CUSD 12 School District.
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