Serving 499 students in grades 4-6, Emily G Johns 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 14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (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 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 499 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Emily G Johns School's student population of 499 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
Total Students
499 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Emily G Johns 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 Emily G Johns School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2433 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
57%
28%
Black
7%
16%
White
32%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emily G Johns School's ranking?
Emily G Johns School is ranked #2433 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?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Emily G Johns School?
499 students attend Emily G Johns School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Emily G Johns School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Emily G Johns School?
Emily G Johns School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Emily G Johns School offer ?
Emily G Johns School offers enrollment in grades 4-6
What school district is Emily G Johns School part of?
Emily G Johns School is part of Plano CUSD 88 School District.
In what neighborhood is Emily G Johns School located?
Emily G Johns School is located in the Lakewood Springs neighborhood of Plano, IL.
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