Below Average
#3042 of 3,813 schools in IL
Grant Elem School
Elementary School · Bellwood SD 88
1300 N 34th Ave, Melrose Park, IL 60160
Enrollment
309
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
4.8
Grades
1st – 5th
Enrollment
309
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
4.8
Grades
1st – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,042 of 3,813
In Melrose Park
#5 of 6
public schools
In district
#4 of 7
Bellwood SD 88
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Grant Elem School
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About Grant Elem School
Grant Elem School is a public elementary school in Melrose Park, IL, part of Bellwood SD 88. Grant Elem School serves approximately 309 students, and covers grades 1st-5th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Grant Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,042 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Grant Elem School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 4.9
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
42% of students at Grant Elem School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Grant Elem School — Students at Grant Elem School score 11% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 4%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 23 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.2/10.
How Grant Elem School Compares
See how Grant Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1300 N 34th Ave, Melrose Park, IL 60160
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Grant Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dan H Pietrini Elem School (rated 7.2/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Franklin Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is Melrose Park Elem School (rated 6.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Scott Elementary School (rated 6.3/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Melrose Park, see our Melrose Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Grant Primary Stone Park | 0.5 mi | 4.6 |
| McKinley Elem School Bellwood | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| ALPHA AND OMEGA LEARNING CENTER Melrose Park | 0.7 mi | — |
| JOSEPH ACADEMY-MELROSE PARK Melrose Park | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| JOSEPH ACADEMY Melrose Park | 0.8 mi | — |
| Thurgood Marshall Elem School Bellwood | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Roosevelt Middle School Bellwood | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Jefferson Primary School Bellwood | 1.0 mi | 3.8 |
| Stevenson Middle School Melrose Park | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Whittier Primary School Northlake | 1.2 mi | 3.8 |
| Melrose Park Elem School Melrose Park | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Scott Elementary School Melrose Park | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Early Childhood Center Bellwood | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Bellwood | 1.7 mi | 3.9 |
| Dan H Pietrini Elem School Franklin Park | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Northlake Middle School Northlake | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| J W Riley Intermediate School Northlake | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Irving Middle School Maywood | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Mannheim Middle School Melrose Park | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
| MacArthur Middle School Berkeley | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60160 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,740
Median Home Value
$265,000
Median Rent
$1,194/mo
Population
24,513
College Educated
14.7%
Homeownership
57.3%
Avg Commute
28.1 min
Poverty Rate
10.4%
Median Age
35
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Chase Elem School Chicago, IL | 4.8 |
| Drake Elem School Chicago, IL | 4.8 |
| Goshen Elementary Edwardsville, IL | 4.8 |
| Harry E Fry School Burbank, IL | 4.8 |
| Henry-Senachwine Grade School Henry, IL | 4.8 |
| Jane Addams Elem School Springfield, IL | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Grant Elem School
What grades does Grant Elem School serve?
Grant Elem School serves students in grades 1st through 5th.
How many students attend Grant Elem School?
Grant Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 309 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Grant Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Grant Elem School is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Grant Elem School rank in IL?
Grant Elem School ranks #3,042 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Grant Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Grant Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Grant Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Grant Elem School has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Grant Elem School a charter school?
No, Grant Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Grant Elem School a Title I school?
No, Grant Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Grant Elem School?
99.4% of students at Grant Elem School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 1st – 5th
- Enrollment
- 309
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.1%
- Phone
- (708) 410-3400
Resources & Links
District
Bellwood SD 88- District Enrollment
- 2,021
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,709
- District Rank
- #4 of 7
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