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#3074 of 3,813 schools in IL

Grove JR High School

Middle School · Comm Cons SD 59

777 W Elk Grove Blvd, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007

Enrollment

788

Student-Teacher

10.9:1

Score

4.8

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#3,074 of 3,813

In Elk Grove Village

#7 of 10

public schools

In district

#11 of 15

Comm Cons SD 59

School environment

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Grove JR High School

4.8/10

Middle School in Elk Grove Village · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Ridge Family Center for Learning

6.4/10

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5.3/10

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About Grove JR High School

Grove JR High School is a public middle school in Elk Grove Village, IL, part of Comm Cons SD 59. Grove JR High School serves approximately 788 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Grove JR High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,074 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Grove JR High School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.3 pts below district
  • This school 4.8 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • IL avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.0Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-6.86 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.6Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency10% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency18% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency14% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)21% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-7.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile27th
Resources & Environment9.4Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,948
Chronic Absenteeism26.1%

Grove JR High School — Students at Grove JR High School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

61.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 37.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 42.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
88%
ELA
86%
2010
Math
88%
ELA
85%
2011
Math
85%
ELA
85%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
58%
2013
Math
51%
ELA
53%
2014
Math
23%
ELA
38%
2015
Math
20%
ELA
31%
2016
Math
18%
ELA
26%
2017
Math
16%
ELA
23%
2018
Math
14%
ELA
26%
2019
Math
14%
ELA
26%
2020*
Math
10%
ELA
19%
2021*
Math
10%
ELA
19%
2022
ELA
18%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.0/10.

How Grove JR High School Compares

See how Grove JR High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.8/10
19th percentile in IL
Academic
4.6/10
Below Average
Growth
2.0/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.4/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
62%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
72 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

777 W Elk Grove Blvd, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Grove JR High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. F E Peacock Middle School (rated 7.1/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Itasca), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wood Dale Jr High School (rated 6.6/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Wood Dale), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Elk Grove Village, see our Elk Grove Village schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Ridge Family Center for Learning Elk Grove Village 0.2 mi 6.4
QUEEN OF THE ROSARY SCHOOL Elk Grove Village 0.2 mi 5.3
Clearmont Elem School Elk Grove Village 0.5 mi 6.2
Elk Grove High School Elk Grove Village 0.4 mi 7.3
Salt Creek Elem School Elk Grove Village 0.5 mi 4.6
ONE SCHOOL GLOBAL CHICAGO CAMPUS Elk Grove Village 1.0 mi
Rupley Elem School Elk Grove Village 1.0 mi 4.0
Adm Richard E Byrd Elem School Elk Grove Village 1.2 mi 4.4
CHILDS VOICE Wood Dale 1.9 mi 6.8
Wood Dale Jr High School Wood Dale 2.3 mi 6.6
F E Peacock Middle School Itasca 2.4 mi 7.1
Early Childhood Education Center Wood Dale 2.5 mi 7.3
John Jay Elem School Mount Prospect 2.6 mi 6.0
Elmer H Franzen Intermediate Sch Itasca 2.5 mi 7.8
Raymond Benson Primary School Itasca 3.0 mi 7.0
LUTHERAN SCHOOL OF ST LUKE Itasca 3.1 mi 5.6
Westview Elem School Wood Dale 3.3 mi 5.0
Adolph Link Elem School Elk Grove Village 2.5 mi 7.8
Juliette Low Elem School Arlington Heights 3.4 mi 4.1
Adlai Stevenson Elem School Elk Grove Village 2.6 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60007 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$95,240

Median Home Value

$334,800

Median Rent

$1,574/mo

Population

32,485

College Educated

41.1%

Homeownership

74%

Avg Commute

26.2 min

Poverty Rate

6.8%

Median Age

44

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Grove JR High School

What grades does Grove JR High School serve?

Grove JR High School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Grove JR High School?

Grove JR High School has an enrollment of approximately 788 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Grove JR High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Grove JR High School is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Grove JR High School rank in IL?

Grove JR High School ranks #3,074 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Grove JR High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Grove JR High 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 Grove JR High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Grove JR High School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Grove JR High School a charter school?

No, Grove JR High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Grove JR High School a Title I school?

No, Grove JR High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Grove JR High School?

61.8% of students at Grove JR High 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
27 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
788
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
72
Free/Reduced Lunch
61.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.1%

District

Comm Cons SD 59
District Enrollment
5,869
Schools in District
15
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,948
District Rank
#11 of 15

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