Serving 377 students in grades Kindergarten-5, North Grove Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher 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 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 377 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: North Grove Elementary School serves the northeast part of Sycamore, IL, covering an attendance area of approximately 22.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 3.2 miles from the school to the edge of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Grove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
North Grove Elementary School's student population of 377 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
377 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 16-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Grove Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Grove Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#623 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Asian
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Black
3%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
White
84%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Grove Elementary School's ranking?
North Grove Elementary School is ranked #623 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are North Grove Elementary School often compared to?
North Grove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southeast Elementary School, North Elementary School, Hiawatha Elementary School Prek-5 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% 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 North Grove Elementary School?
377 students attend North Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of North Grove Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Grove Elementary School?
North Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Grove Elementary School offer ?
North Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is North Grove Elementary School part of?
North Grove Elementary School is part of Sycamore CUSD 427 School District.
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