Serving 442 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Troy Hofer Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 45-49% (which is higher 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 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 442 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Troy Hofer Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Troy Hofer Elementary School's student population of 442 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
442 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Troy Hofer Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Troy Hofer Elementary School is 0.71, which is more 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
#662 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
34%
28%
Black
19%
16%
White
38%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Troy Hofer Elementary School's ranking?
Troy Hofer Elementary School is ranked #662 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Troy Hofer Elementary School often compared to?
Troy Hofer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Troy Craughwell 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 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Troy Hofer Elementary School?
442 students attend Troy Hofer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Troy Hofer Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Troy Hofer Elementary School?
Troy Hofer Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Troy Hofer Elementary School offer ?
Troy Hofer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Troy Hofer Elementary School part of?
Troy Hofer Elementary School is part of Troy CCSD 30c School District.
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