Serving 486 students in grades 3-5, Mechanics Grove Elementary 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 18% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 486 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mechanics Grove Elementary School's student population of 486 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
486 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mechanics Grove Elementary 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 Mechanics Grove Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#1779 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
49%
29%
Black
3%
16%
White
39%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mechanics Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Mechanics Grove Elementary School is ranked #1779 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Mechanics Grove Elementary School often compared to?
Mechanics Grove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Washington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Mechanics Grove Elementary School?
486 students attend Mechanics Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Mechanics Grove Elementary School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mechanics Grove Elementary School?
Mechanics Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mechanics Grove Elementary School offer ?
Mechanics Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Mechanics Grove Elementary School part of?
Mechanics Grove Elementary School is part of Mundelein ESD 75 School District.
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