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Maryville Elem School

Elementary School · Granite City CUSD 9

4651 Maryville Rd, Granite City, IL 62040

Enrollment

394

Student-Teacher

14.6:1

Score

3.0

Grades

1st – 2nd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#3,763 of 3,813

In Granite City

#6 of 9

public schools

In district

#5 of 8

Granite City CUSD 9

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Maryville Elem School

3.0/10

Elementary School in Granite City · grades 1st – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Maryville Elem School

Maryville Elem School is a public elementary school in Granite City, IL, part of Granite City CUSD 9. Maryville Elem School serves approximately 394 students, and covers grades 1st-2nd, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Maryville Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,763 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Maryville Elem School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2015) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2015).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 3.0 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 2.9
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

64% of students at Maryville 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress1.2Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data7
Annual Change-10.46 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2015
TrendDeclining
Academics6.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22% (2015 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency22% (2015 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency22% (2015 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)20% (model expectation from 2015 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+2.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile55th
Resources & Environment1.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,168
Chronic Absenteeism63.5%

Maryville Elem School — Students at Maryville Elem School score 22% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

64.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2014-15)

Math Proficiency 56.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2015)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 52.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2015)
School
State
N/A

Based on 14 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
81%
ELA
65%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2015
Math
22%
ELA
22%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.2/10.

How Maryville Elem School Compares

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

Overall Score
3.0/10
1th percentile in IL
Academic
6.9/10
Average
Growth
1.2/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
1.9/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
65%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
63.5%

Location

4651 Maryville Rd, Granite City, IL 62040

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Maryville Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bernard Long Elem Sch (rated 7.5/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Madison), which scores notably higher. Another option is Venice Elem School (rated 7.0/10, 4.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST ELIZABETH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.6/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Granite City, see our Granite City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.6 mi
School Distance Rating
WORD OF LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Granite City 0.4 mi
ST ELIZABETH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Granite City 0.6 mi 5.6
Frohardt Elem School Granite City 1.3 mi 2.9
Grigsby Intermediate School Granite City 1.3 mi 6.5
Wilson Elem School Granite City 1.8 mi 1.9
Coolidge Junior High Sch Granite City 1.7 mi 4.3
Mitchell Elementary School Granite City 1.7 mi 4.2
Granite City High School Granite City 1.9 mi 4.2
RIVERS OF LIFE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Granite City 2.6 mi 6.9
METRO EAST MONTESSORI SCHOOL Granite City 2.5 mi
Prather Elementary School Granite City 3.4 mi 2.6
Bernard Long Elem Sch Madison 4.3 mi 7.5
Madison Senior High School Madison 4.5 mi 6.3
Madison Jr High School Madison 4.5 mi 6.1
Venice Elem School Granite City 4.4 mi 7.0
COORDINATED YOUTH & HUMAN SERVICES Granite City 4.6 mi 6.6
Hartford Elem School Hartford 6.4 mi 4.8
HIGHLAND ELEM. St. Louis 5.1 mi 3.8
Kreitner Elem School Collinsville 6.3 mi 5.1
SOUTHEAST MIDDLE St. Louis 5.6 mi 3.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 62040 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,558

Median Home Value

$106,600

Median Rent

$852/mo

Population

40,365

College Educated

16.1%

Homeownership

74.2%

Avg Commute

22.9 min

Poverty Rate

14.5%

Median Age

39.6

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Creekside Elem Elgin, IL 3.0
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Hines Primary School Peoria, IL 3.0
Hope Academy Decatur, IL 3.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Maryville Elem School

What grades does Maryville Elem School serve?

Maryville Elem School serves students in grades 1st through 2nd.

How many students attend Maryville Elem School?

Maryville Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 394 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Maryville Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at Maryville Elem School is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Maryville Elem School rank in IL?

Maryville Elem School ranks #3,763 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Maryville Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Maryville Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 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 Maryville Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Maryville Elem School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2015) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2015).

Is Maryville Elem School a charter school?

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

Is Maryville Elem School a Title I school?

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

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

64.5% of students at Maryville 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
32 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
1st – 2nd
Enrollment
394
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
64.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Madison County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
63.5%

District

Granite City CUSD 9
District Enrollment
5,775
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,168
District Rank
#5 of 8

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