Serving 327 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Spring 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 327 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Spring Grove Elementary School serves the southeast part of Spring Grove, IL, covering an area of approximately 9 square miles, where most families are typically within a 5-10 minute drive to the school. The distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone averages about 2.1 miles, reaching a maximum of 2.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spring 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
Spring Grove Elementary School's student population of 327 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
327 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Spring 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 Spring Grove Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#563 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
15%
29%
Black
n/a
16%
White
80%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spring Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Spring Grove Elementary School is ranked #563 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Spring Grove Elementary School?
327 students attend Spring Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Spring Grove Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Spring Grove Elementary School?
Spring Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Spring Grove Elementary School offer ?
Spring Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Spring Grove Elementary School part of?
Spring Grove Elementary School is part of Nippersink SD 2 School District.
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