Serving 269 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Carrollton Grade School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 269 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carrollton Grade School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Carrollton Grade School's student population of 269 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
269 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Carrollton Grade School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carrollton Grade School is 0.19, 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
#2105 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Hispanic
7%
29%
White
90%
45%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
9%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carrollton Grade School's ranking?
Carrollton Grade School is ranked #2105 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Carrollton Grade School often compared to?
Carrollton Grade Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greenfield Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Carrollton Grade School?
269 students attend Carrollton Grade School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Carrollton Grade School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carrollton Grade School?
Carrollton Grade School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Carrollton Grade School offer ?
Carrollton Grade School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Carrollton Grade School part of?
Carrollton Grade School is part of Carrollton CUSD 1 School District.
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