Serving 171 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Grafton Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher 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-4
- Enrollment: 171 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grafton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Grafton Elementary School's student population of 171 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
171 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Grafton Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grafton Elementary 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
#1186 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
13:1
Hispanic
3%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
90%
45%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grafton Elementary School's ranking?
Grafton Elementary School is ranked #1186 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Grafton Elementary School?
171 students attend Grafton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Grafton Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grafton Elementary School?
Grafton Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Grafton Elementary School offer ?
Grafton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Grafton Elementary School part of?
Grafton Elementary School is part of Jersey CUSD 100 School District.
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