Serving 499 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Rhodes Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 499 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rhodes Elementary School serves the entire district of River Grove, IL, encompassing an attendance zone that spans approximately 1.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being around 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rhodes Elementary School's student population of 499 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
499 students
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
School Rankings
Rhodes Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rhodes Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#2370 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
71%
29%
Black
5%
16%
White
21%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rhodes Elementary School's ranking?
Rhodes Elementary School is ranked #2370 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Rhodes Elementary School?
499 students attend Rhodes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Rhodes Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rhodes Elementary School?
Rhodes Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rhodes Elementary School offer ?
Rhodes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Rhodes Elementary School part of?
Rhodes Elementary School is part of Rhodes SD 84-5 School District.
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