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Indian Grove Elem School

Elementary School · River Trails SD 26

1340 N Burning Bush Ln, Mount Prospect, IL 60056

Enrollment

456

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

6.2

Grades

1st – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Mount Prospect

#8 of 9

public schools

Illinois elementary schools

#1,239 of 2,326

In district

#4 of 4

River Trails SD 26

Academic performance

8.5 / 10

Exceptional

About Indian Grove Elem School

Indian Grove Elementary School serves 456 students in grades 1-5 in Mount Prospect, Illinois, offering a solid educational foundation with a student-teacher ratio of 13:1 and 35 full-time equivalent teachers. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, earning a 7.4 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranking in the 85th percentile statewide at #561 out of 3,819 Illinois schools. With an academic score of 8.3 out of 10, Indian Grove shows particular strength in creating a learning environment that supports student achievement.

The school's reading and language arts programs see 44% of students performing at proficient or above levels across all grade levels, reflecting steady educational progress. The school is nestled in an affluent suburban community where the median household income reaches $100,850 and median home values average $367,200. This well-educated neighborhood, with 47% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher, maintains a low poverty rate of just 5%, creating a supportive environment for student learning and family engagement.

Indian Grove Elementary operates within Mount Prospect's large suburban setting in Cook County, serving families in the 60056 ZIP code area that is home to over 56,000 residents who value educational excellence and community involvement.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.0Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-5.71 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency43%
Reading/ELA Proficiency44%
Overall Proficiency44%
Expected (poverty-adj.)40%
vs. Expected+3.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile78th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment8.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,139

Indian Grove Elem School — Students at Indian Grove Elem School score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

19.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 49.5%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 48.3%
School
State
N/A

Based on 5 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2019
Math
56%
ELA
58%
2021*
Math
43%
ELA
43%
2022
ELA
44%

* 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: 4.0/10.

How Indian Grove Elem School Compares

See how Indian Grove Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.2/10
47th percentile in IL
Academic
8.5/10
8.5/10
Growth
4.0/10
Below average
Environment
8.4/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
20%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers

Location

1340 N Burning Bush Ln, Mount Prospect, IL 60056

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Indian Grove Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Henry Winkelman Elem School (rated 8.0/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Glenview), which scores notably higher. Another option is Prairie Trails School (rated 7.7/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Mt. Prospect), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Robert Frost Elem School (rated 7.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Mount Prospect, see our Mount Prospect schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Robert Frost Elem School Mount Prospect 0.6 mi 7.2
Prairie Trails School Mt. Prospect 0.7 mi 7.7
River Trails Middle School Mount Prospect 0.7 mi 8.9
JOSEPH ACADEMY Des Plaines 1.3 mi
ALEXANDER GRAHAM BELL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Wheeling 1.5 mi 6.6
MARYVILLE JEN SCHOOL Des Plaines 1.6 mi
Euclid Elem School Mount Prospect 1.4 mi 6.8
GERTRUGE B NIELSEN CHILD CARE & LEARNING CENTER Northbrook 1.7 mi
ST ALPHONSUS LIGUORI SCHOOL Prospect Heights 1.7 mi 7.1
Cumberland Elem School Des Plaines 2.5 mi 6.0
Chippewa Middle School Des Plaines 2.5 mi 7.1
LITERKI LEARNING CARE CENTER INC. Wheeling 2.6 mi
ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Mount Prospect 2.4 mi 5.9
Henry Winkelman Elem School Glenview 2.1 mi 8.0
Wood Oaks Jr High School Northbrook 2.8 mi 8.0
Dwight D Eisenhower Elem School Prospect Heights 2.4 mi 6.9
Oliver W Holmes Middle School Wheeling 3.2 mi 6.9
Walt Whitman Elem School Wheeling 3.2 mi 6.8
Lions Park Elem School Mt. Prospect 2.9 mi 5.7
Field School Northbrook 2.8 mi 9.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60056 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$104,168

Median Home Value

$376,300

Median Rent

$1,456/mo

Population

55,989

College Educated

48.7%

Homeownership

70%

Avg Commute

27 min

Poverty Rate

6.1%

Median Age

41.8

Community Profile

The community surrounding Indian Grove Elem School has a median household income of $104,168. It is a well-educated community where 49% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $376,300, with a median rent of $1,456/month. The local poverty rate of 6.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Academy for Global Citizenship Chicago, IL 6.2
American Dreamer STEM Academy Decatur, IL 6.2
Benjamin Elem School Bloomington, IL 6.2
Big Hollow Primary School Ingleside, IL 6.2
Bismarck-Henning Elem School Bismarck, IL 6.2
Carter Elem School Chicago, IL 6.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Indian Grove Elem School

What grades does Indian Grove Elem School serve?

Indian Grove Elem School serves students in grades 1st through 5th.

How many students attend Indian Grove Elem School?

Indian Grove Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 456 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Indian Grove Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at Indian Grove Elem School is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Indian Grove Elem School rank in IL?

Indian Grove Elem School is ranked #2016 out of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Indian Grove Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Indian Grove Elem School has a composite rating of 6.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Indian Grove Elem School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Indian Grove Elem School has 49.5% math proficiency and 48.3% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Indian Grove Elem School a charter school?

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

Is Indian Grove Elem School a Title I school?

No, Indian Grove Elem School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Indian Grove Elem School?

19.7% of students at Indian Grove 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.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
Elevated (979/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Mount Prospect). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
1st – 5th
Enrollment
456
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Free/Reduced Lunch
19.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

River Trails SD 26
District Enrollment
1,501
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,707
District Rank
#4 of 4

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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