Serving 416 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 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 416 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
George T Wilkins Elementary School's student population of 416 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
416 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
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 0.67, 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
#2603 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
23%
29%
Black
22%
16%
White
48%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
37%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
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?
416 students attend George T Wilkins Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of George T Wilkins Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
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 SD 109 School District.
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