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John Greer Elem School

Elementary School · Hoopeston Area CUSD 11

609 W Main St, Hoopeston, IL 60942

Enrollment

244

Student-Teacher

11.6:1

Score

4.8

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#3,077 of 3,813

In Hoopeston

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#3 of 4

Hoopeston Area CUSD 11

School environment

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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John Greer Elem School

4.8/10

Elementary School in Hoopeston · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Maple Elem School

6.1/10

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Hoopeston Area Middle School

3.5/10

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About John Greer Elem School

John Greer Elem School is a public elementary school in Hoopeston, IL, part of Hoopeston Area CUSD 11. John Greer Elem School serves approximately 244 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. John Greer Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,077 of 3,813 schools in IL.

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

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 4.8 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.4
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.8Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-6.39 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency11% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency21% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency16% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)18% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-2.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile39th
Resources & Environment8.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,248
Chronic Absenteeism19.7%

John Greer Elem School — Students at John Greer Elem School score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 18%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

68.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 38.2% (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
87%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
24%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
28%
2018
Math
20%
ELA
25%
2019
Math
20%
ELA
25%
2020*
Math
11%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
11%
ELA
17%
2022
ELA
21%

* 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: 2.8/10.

How John Greer Elem School Compares

See how John Greer Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.8/10
19th percentile in IL
Academic
5.6/10
Average
Growth
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.7/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
68%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.7%

Location

609 W Main St, Hoopeston, IL 60942

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering John Greer Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Milford Grade School West Campus (rated 9.0/10, 11.1 miles away, in nearby Milford), which scores notably higher. Another option is Armstrong-Ellis Elem School (rated 6.4/10, 15.1 miles away, in nearby Armstrong), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cissna Park Elementary School (rated 6.3/10, 13.3 miles away, in nearby Cissna Park), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hoopeston, see our Hoopeston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 21.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Maple Elem School Hoopeston 0.8 mi 6.1
Hoopeston Area Middle School Hoopeston 1.1 mi 3.5
Hoopeston Area High School Hoopeston 1.1 mi 5.6
Rossville-Alvin Elem School Rossville 5.9 mi 5.8
COOP HS 7 Rossville 5.9 mi 5.0
Milford High School Campus Milford 11.1 mi 8.2
Milford Grade School West Campus Milford 11.1 mi 9.0
Potomac Elem School Potomac 12.6 mi 4.1
B H R A Cooperative HS Bismarck 14.5 mi
Bismarck-Henning Jr High School Bismarck 14.5 mi 6.1
Coop HS 1 Bismarck 14.5 mi 5.2
Bismarck-Henning Elem School Bismarck 14.5 mi 6.0
Cissna Park Sr High School Cissna Park 13.3 mi 6.4
Cissna Park Elementary School Cissna Park 13.3 mi 6.3
Cissna Park Jr High School Cissna Park 13.3 mi 3.4
Armstrong-Ellis Elem School Armstrong 15.1 mi 6.4
ST PAUL'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milford 16.0 mi 5.7
Armstrong High School Armstrong 15.4 mi 4.6
Liberty Elem School Danville 20.4 mi 6.2
Watseka Junior High School Watseka 21.0 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60942 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$55,284

Median Home Value

$70,000

Median Rent

$806/mo

Population

5,635

College Educated

9.2%

Homeownership

70.2%

Avg Commute

23.4 min

Poverty Rate

14.2%

Median Age

44.9

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Drake Elem School Chicago, IL 4.8
Galatia Elem School Galatia, IL 4.8
Grant Elem School Melrose Park, IL 4.8
Harry E Fry School Burbank, IL 4.8
Hartford Elem School Hartford, IL 4.8
Jane Addams Elem School Springfield, IL 4.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about John Greer Elem School

What grades does John Greer Elem School serve?

John Greer Elem School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend John Greer Elem School?

John Greer Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 244 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at John Greer Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at John Greer Elem School is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does John Greer Elem School rank in IL?

John Greer Elem School ranks #3,077 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is John Greer Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

John Greer 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 John Greer Elem School?

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

Is John Greer Elem School a charter school?

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

Is John Greer Elem School a Title I school?

No, John Greer Elem School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John Greer Elem School?

68.4% of students at John Greer 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

Walk Score
51 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
244
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Free/Reduced Lunch
68.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Vermilion County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.7%

District

Hoopeston Area CUSD 11
District Enrollment
1,103
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,248
District Rank
#3 of 4

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