School Overview
Grant Elementary School, located at 1300 N 34th Ave in Melrose Park, Illinois, is a public school serving students in the Melrose Park area as part of the Bellwood School District 88. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that focuses on the academic, social, and emotional development of its diverse student body. By utilizing a curriculum aligned with state standards, the school aims to prepare its elementary-aged students for success in middle school and beyond, emphasizing foundational skills in reading, mathematics, and critical thinking.

Beyond its academic offerings, Grant Elementary plays an active role in the local Melrose Park community, often serving as a hub for student engagement and family involvement. The school typically provides various resources and programs intended to bridge the gap between classroom learning and community life, encouraging parental participation to support student achievement. With a focus on creating an inclusive atmosphere, the faculty and staff work to address the unique needs of their students, striving to cultivate a positive school culture where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential.
301
Total Students
26.0
Full-Time Teachers
11.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Grant Elem School
Demographic Student Count
White3
Hispanic276
Black18
Asian1
Two or More1
American Indian2
  • Hispanic
    276 (91.7 %)
  • Black
    18 (6.0 %)
  • White
    3 (1.0 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.7 %)
  • Asian
    1 (0.3 %)
  • Two or More
    1 (0.3 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Bellwood SD 88
Phone: (708)410-3400
Website: http://www.sd88.org
Grade Range: 1st - 5th
Total Students: 301
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 26.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 11.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 1 52
Grade 2 64
Grade 3 66
Grade 4 60
Grade 5 59

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Grant Elem School
Grade Student Count
Grade 152
Grade 264
Grade 366
Grade 460
Grade 559
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Grant Elem School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female13645.2%
Male16554.8%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)