Serving 251 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Poplar Grove Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 251 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Poplar Grove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Poplar Grove Elementary School's student population of 251 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
251 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Poplar 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 Poplar Grove Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#505 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
27%
29%
Black
n/a
16%
White
69%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
21%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Poplar Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Poplar Grove Elementary School is ranked #505 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Poplar Grove Elementary School often compared to?
Poplar Grove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Capron Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Poplar Grove Elementary School?
251 students attend Poplar Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Poplar Grove Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Poplar Grove Elementary School?
Poplar Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Poplar Grove Elementary School offer ?
Poplar Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Poplar Grove Elementary School part of?
Poplar Grove Elementary School is part of North Boone CUSD 200 School District.
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