Serving 289 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Emmons Grade 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 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 289 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Emmons Grade School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Emmons Grade School's student population of 289 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
289 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Emmons Grade School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Emmons Grade School is 0.28, 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
#741 out of 3426 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
13%
28%
Black
n/a
16%
White
84%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emmons Grade School's ranking?
Emmons Grade School is ranked #741 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Emmons Grade School often compared to?
Emmons Grade Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Millburn 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 28% IL state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Emmons Grade School?
289 students attend Emmons Grade School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Emmons Grade School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Emmons Grade School?
Emmons Grade School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Emmons Grade School offer ?
Emmons Grade School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Emmons Grade School part of?
Emmons Grade School is part of Emmons SD 33 School District.
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