Serving 310 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Villa Grove Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower 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 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 310 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Villa Grove Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Villa Grove, IL, encompassing approximately 89.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 5.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 9.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Villa Grove Elementary School's student population of 310 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
310 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Villa Grove Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Villa Grove Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#1289 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
6%
29%
Black
n/a
16%
White
90%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
7%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Villa Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Villa Grove Elementary School is ranked #1289 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Villa Grove Elementary School often compared to?
Villa Grove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Villa Grove Jr High School, Arcola Elementary School, Villa Grove High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% 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 Villa Grove Elementary School?
310 students attend Villa Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Villa Grove Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Villa Grove Elementary School?
Villa Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Villa Grove Elementary School offer ?
Villa Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Villa Grove Elementary School part of?
Villa Grove Elementary School is part of Villa Grove CUSD 302 School District.
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