Serving 222 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cambridge Comm Grade School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 222 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cambridge Comm Grade School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cambridge Comm Grade School's student population of 222 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
222 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Cambridge Comm Grade School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cambridge Comm Grade School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#214 out of 3542 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
2%
29%
White
94%
45%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cambridge Comm Grade School's ranking?
Cambridge Comm Grade School is ranked #214 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Cambridge Comm Grade School?
222 students attend Cambridge Comm Grade School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Cambridge Comm Grade School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cambridge Comm Grade School?
Cambridge Comm Grade School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cambridge Comm Grade School offer ?
Cambridge Comm Grade School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Cambridge Comm Grade School part of?
Cambridge Comm Grade School is part of Cambridge CUSD 227 School District.
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