Serving 511 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Grove Avenue Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (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 44% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 511 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grove Avenue 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
Grove Avenue Elementary School's student population of 511 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
511 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Motto
Empower personal excellence in every learner
School Rankings
Grove Avenue Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grove Avenue Elementary School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#59 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
24%
6%
Hispanic
14%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
56%
45%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grove Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Grove Avenue Elementary School is ranked #59 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Grove Avenue Elementary School?
511 students attend Grove Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Grove Avenue Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grove Avenue Elementary School?
Grove Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Grove Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Grove Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Grove Avenue Elementary School part of?
Grove Avenue Elementary School is part of Barrington CUSD 220 School District.
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