George T Wilkins Elementary School

8001 S 82nd Ave
Justice, IL 60458
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 421 students in grades Kindergarten-6, George T Wilkins 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 9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 421 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 53%
  • : Bottom 50% in IL
  • : 9% (Btm 50%)
  • : 21% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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George T Wilkins Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:

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School Overview

George T Wilkins Elementary School's student population of 421 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
421 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor

School Rankings

George T Wilkins 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 George T Wilkins Elementary School is 0.68, 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.
This School
State Level (IL)
#2603 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
9%
27%
21%
30%
30-34%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
21%
28%
Black
24%
17%
White
47%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.68
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
37%
27%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is George T Wilkins Elementary School's ranking?
George T Wilkins Elementary School is ranked #2603 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are George T Wilkins Elementary School often compared to?
George T Wilkins Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frank A Brodnicki Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend George T Wilkins Elementary School?
421 students attend George T Wilkins Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of George T Wilkins Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George T Wilkins Elementary School?
George T Wilkins Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does George T Wilkins Elementary School offer ?
George T Wilkins Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is George T Wilkins Elementary School part of?
George T Wilkins Elementary School is part of Indian Springs School District 109.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 421 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 53%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 9% (Btm 50%)
  • : 21% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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