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North Grove Elementary School

Elementary School · Sycamore CUSD 427

850 Republic Ave, Sycamore, IL 60178

Enrollment

424

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Sycamore

#4 of 7

public schools

Illinois elementary schools

#1,398 of 2,326

In district

#4 of 7

Sycamore CUSD 427

Academic performance

7.6 / 10

Very strong

About North Grove Elementary School

North Grove Elementary School serves 424 students from kindergarten through fifth grade in Sycamore, Illinois, with a favorable student-teacher ratio of 13.7:1 across its 31 full-time equivalent teaching staff. The school earns strong recognition with a MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks in the 82nd percentile statewide at #702 out of 3,819 Illinois elementary schools. Academically, North Grove demonstrates solid performance with an 8.3 out of 10 academic score, though ELA and reading proficiency shows room for growth with 44% of students scoring proficient or above across grade levels.

The school benefits from serving a well-educated community where 45% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The school draws from an established suburban neighborhood in the 60178 ZIP code, where families enjoy a median household income of $84,787 and median home values of $257,700. With a low poverty rate of just 7.8% among the area's nearly 22,000 residents, the community provides a stable foundation for student learning.

North Grove Elementary operates as a regular public school in this small suburban setting of Sycamore, offering families a neighborhood school experience within DeKalb County's educational landscape.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.3Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-5.4 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.6Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency38%
Reading/ELA Proficiency44%
Overall Proficiency41%
Expected (poverty-adj.)44%
vs. Expected-3.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile64th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment7.4Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,156

North Grove Elementary School — Students at North Grove Elementary School score 41% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

9.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 44.5%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 47.0%
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
51%
ELA
56%
2021*
Math
38%
ELA
41%
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: 4.3/10.

How North Grove Elementary School Compares

See how North Grove Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.9/10
39th percentile in IL
Academic
7.6/10
7.6/10
Growth
4.3/10
Below average
Environment
7.4/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
10%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers

Location

850 Republic Ave, Sycamore, IL 60178

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering North Grove Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Southeast Elem School (rated 7.8/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is West Elem School (rated 7.0/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, AURORA CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS CORNERSTONE CAMPUS (rated 6.8/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Sycamore, see our Sycamore schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Sycamore Middle School Sycamore 1.5 mi 5.1
North Elementary School Sycamore 1.7 mi 4.9
AURORA CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS CORNERSTONE CAMPUS Sycamore 2.3 mi 6.8
Southeast Elem School Sycamore 2.7 mi 7.8
ST MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Sycamore 2.7 mi 6.6
MONTESSORI CHILDRENS HOUSE OF SYCAMORE AND DEKALB Sycamore 2.3 mi
West Elem School Sycamore 2.7 mi 7.0
Sycamore High School Sycamore 3.1 mi 5.1
South Prairie Elementary School Sycamore 3.5 mi 6.2
Genoa Elementary School Genoa 5.4 mi 4.1
NORTHWESTER CENTER FOR AUTISM Genoa 6.0 mi 6.5
Genoa-Kingston Middle School Genoa 6.2 mi 7.1
Genoa-Kingston High School Genoa 6.3 mi 5.3
Gwendolyn Brooks Elem Sch Dekalb 5.8 mi 5.6
Littlejohn Elem School Dekalb 6.7 mi 6.3
Cortland Elementary School Cortland 7.6 mi 4.2
Jefferson Elem School Dekalb 6.6 mi 5.9
DeKalb High School Dekalb 6.6 mi 5.1
Clinton Rosette Middle School Dekalb 7.1 mi 6.0
Kingston Elementary School Kingston 7.4 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60178 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$88,314

Median Home Value

$262,700

Median Rent

$1,084/mo

Population

21,709

College Educated

44.4%

Homeownership

72.5%

Avg Commute

27.1 min

Poverty Rate

8.3%

Median Age

37.8

Community Profile

The community surrounding North Grove Elementary School has a median household income of $88,314. It is a well-educated community where 44% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $262,700, with a median rent of $1,084/month. The local poverty rate of 8.3% 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
Algonquin Lakes Elem Sch Algonquin, IL 5.9
Bushnell-Prairie City Elem Sch Bushnell, IL 5.9
Central Elem School Lewistown, IL 5.9
Central Intermediate School Roxana, IL 5.9
Christa McAuliffe School Tinley Park, IL 5.9
Christopher House Chrt ES Chicago, IL 5.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about North Grove Elementary School

What grades does North Grove Elementary School serve?

North Grove Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend North Grove Elementary School?

North Grove Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 424 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at North Grove Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at North Grove Elementary School is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does North Grove Elementary School rank in IL?

North Grove Elementary School is ranked #2317 out of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is North Grove Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

North Grove Elementary School has a composite rating of 5.9 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 North Grove Elementary School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, North Grove Elementary School has 44.5% math proficiency and 47.0% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is North Grove Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is North Grove Elementary School a Title I school?

No, North Grove Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North Grove Elementary School?

9.9% of students at North Grove Elementary 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 (1,063/100K)

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

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
424
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
9.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
DeKalb County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Sycamore CUSD 427
District Enrollment
3,665
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,897
District Rank
#4 of 7

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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