Serving 634 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Walkers 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 45% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 634 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Walkers Grove Elementary School serves the northwest part of Plainfield, IL, covering an area of approximately 1.7 square miles. Families typically experience a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walkers Grove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Walkers Grove Elementary School's student population of 634 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
634 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Walkers 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 Walkers Grove Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#397 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
12%
6%
Hispanic
9%
29%
Black
6%
16%
White
68%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walkers Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Walkers Grove Elementary School is ranked #397 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Walkers Grove Elementary School often compared to?
Walkers Grove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Elementary School, Eagle Pointe Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Walkers Grove Elementary School?
634 students attend Walkers Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Walkers Grove Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walkers Grove Elementary School?
Walkers Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Walkers Grove Elementary School offer ?
Walkers Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Walkers Grove Elementary School part of?
Walkers Grove Elementary School is part of Plainfield SD 202 School District.
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