Serving 829 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Metamora Grade 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 51% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 829 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Metamora Grade 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
Metamora Grade School's student population of 829 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
829 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Rankings
Metamora Grade 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 Metamora Grade School is 0.19, 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
#361 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Hispanic
4%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
90%
45%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Metamora Grade School's ranking?
Metamora Grade School is ranked #361 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Metamora Grade School often compared to?
Metamora Grade Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Germantown Hills Middle School, Lowpoint-washburn Elementary School, Germantown Hills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Metamora Grade School?
829 students attend Metamora Grade School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Metamora Grade School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Metamora Grade School?
Metamora Grade School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Metamora Grade School offer ?
Metamora Grade School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Metamora Grade School part of?
Metamora Grade School is part of Metamora CCSD 1 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL
August 19, 2026 (Wednesday)
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