Serving 395 students in grades Prekindergarten-1, Goodings Grove School ranks in the top 30% 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 45% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 395 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Goodings Grove School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Goodings Grove School's student population of 395 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
Total Students
395 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1956
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 18, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. May 23, 2026
Campus Size
104
School Motto
Prepare self-directed learners with the knowledge, skills, values and experiences to achieve personal success.
School Rankings
Goodings Grove School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Goodings Grove School is 0.31, 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
#713 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
13%
28%
Black
1%
16%
White
82%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
3%
3%
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 Goodings Grove School's ranking?
Goodings Grove School is ranked #713 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Goodings Grove School often compared to?
Goodings Grove Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stony Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Goodings Grove School?
395 students attend Goodings Grove School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Goodings Grove School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Goodings Grove School?
Goodings Grove School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Goodings Grove School offer ?
Goodings Grove School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1
What school district is Goodings Grove School part of?
Goodings Grove School is part of Homer CCSD 33c School District.
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