Serving 156 students in grades 5-8, Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 156 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center's student population of 156 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
156 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center 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 Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center is 0.13, 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
#3352 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Hispanic
7%
29%
Black
93%
16%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
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 Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center's ranking?
Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center is ranked #3352 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center?
156 students attend Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center students are Black, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center?
Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center offer ?
Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center part of?
Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center is part of Ford Heights SD 169 School District.
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