Serving 260 students in grades 4-8, Kelvin Grove Jr High School ranks in the top 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 25% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 260 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Kelvin Grove Jr High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Lockport, IL, covering approximately 2.3 square miles. Most students live within a 1-mile radius of the school, with the furthest distance to the zone's edge being about 1.6 miles, typically resulting in a drive of 5 to 10 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kelvin Grove Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Kelvin Grove Jr High School's student population of 260 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
Total Students
260 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
2004
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kelvin Grove Jr High 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 Kelvin Grove Jr High School is 0.38, 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
#1068 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
16%
29%
Black
3%
16%
White
77%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kelvin Grove Jr High School's ranking?
Kelvin Grove Jr High School is ranked #1068 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Kelvin Grove Jr High School often compared to?
Kelvin Grove Jr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairmont School, Taft Grade School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Kelvin Grove Jr High School?
260 students attend Kelvin Grove Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Kelvin Grove Jr High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kelvin Grove Jr High School?
Kelvin Grove Jr High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kelvin Grove Jr High School offer ?
Kelvin Grove Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 4-8
What school district is Kelvin Grove Jr High School part of?
Kelvin Grove Jr High School is part of Lockport SD 91 School District.
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