Serving 847 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Metamora Grade School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 847 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Metamora Grade School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Metamora Grade School's student population of 847 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
847 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Rankings
Metamora Grade School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Metamora Grade School is 0.17, 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
#361 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
4%
28%
Black
1%
17%
White
91%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Metamora Grade School's ranking?
Metamora Grade School is ranked #361 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Metamora Grade School often compared to?
Metamora Grade Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Germantown Hills Middle School, Germantown Hills Elementary School, Lowpoint-washburn Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Metamora Grade School?
847 students attend Metamora Grade School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Metamora Grade School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Metamora Grade School?
Metamora Grade School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Metamora Grade School offer ?
Metamora Grade School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Metamora Grade School part of?
Metamora Grade School is part of Metamora CCSD 1 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School (Full Day)
August 13, 2025 (Wednesday)
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2025 (Thursday)
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 28, 2025 (Friday)
No School - Spring Break
March 30, 2026 (Monday)
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