Serving 526 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Troy Craughwell School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 526 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Troy Craughwell School serves the northeast part of Joliet, IL, covering an area of approximately 4.1 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Troy Craughwell School's student population of 526 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
526 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2004
School Calendar
Campus Size
5 acres
School Rankings
Troy Craughwell School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Troy Craughwell School is 0.67, 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
#975 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
46%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
15%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
32%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Troy Craughwell School's ranking?
Troy Craughwell School is ranked #975 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Troy Craughwell School often compared to?
Troy Craughwell Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Walnut Trails Elementary School, Troy Hofer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Troy Craughwell School?
526 students attend Troy Craughwell School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Troy Craughwell School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Troy Craughwell School?
Troy Craughwell School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Troy Craughwell School offer ?
Troy Craughwell School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Troy Craughwell School part of?
Troy Craughwell School is part of Troy CCSD 30c School District.
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