Serving 286 students in grades 3-5, Worden Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 286 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Worden Elementary School's student population of 286 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
286 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Worden Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Worden Elementary School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1094 out of 3663 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
4%
27%
Black
n/a
17%
White
93%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Worden Elementary School's ranking?
Worden Elementary School is ranked #1094 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Worden Elementary School?
286 students attend Worden Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Worden Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Worden Elementary School?
Worden Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Worden Elementary School offer ?
Worden Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Worden Elementary School part of?
Worden Elementary School is part of Edwardsville CUSD 7 School District.
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