Serving 233 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Milne Grove Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 233 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Milne Grove Elementary School serves the entire district in Lockport, IL, encompassing an area of approximately 2.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Milne Grove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Milne Grove Elementary School's student population of 233 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 46% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
233 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Milne Grove Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Milne Grove Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#258 out of 3542 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
15%
29%
Black
3%
16%
White
73%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Milne Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Milne Grove Elementary School is ranked #258 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Milne Grove Elementary School?
233 students attend Milne Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Milne Grove Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Milne Grove Elementary School?
Milne Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Milne Grove Elementary School offer ?
Milne Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Milne Grove Elementary School part of?
Milne Grove Elementary School is part of Lockport SD 91 School District.
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