Serving 357 students in grades 3-5, Johnsburg Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 357 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Johnsburg Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Johnsburg Elementary School's student population of 357 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
357 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Johnsburg Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Johnsburg Elementary School is 0.33, 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
#1679 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)19%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
12%
28%
Black
2%
16%
White
81%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Johnsburg Elementary School's ranking?
Johnsburg Elementary School is ranked #1679 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Johnsburg Elementary School often compared to?
Johnsburg Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chauncey H Duker School, Landmark Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Johnsburg Elementary School?
357 students attend Johnsburg Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Johnsburg Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Johnsburg Elementary School?
Johnsburg Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Johnsburg Elementary School offer ?
Johnsburg Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Johnsburg Elementary School part of?
Johnsburg Elementary School is part of Johnsburg CUSD 12 School District.
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