Serving 534 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Wyvetter Younge School Of Excellence 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 17% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 534 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gordon Bush Elementary serves the northwest part of East Saint Louis, IL, encompassing an area of approximately 7.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school within 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 1.5 miles from the school to the zone edge, extending up to 2.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wyvetter Younge School Of Excellence's student population of 534 students has grown by 56% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
534 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
I.M.A.G.E - I Must Achieve Greatness Everyday
School Rankings
Wyvetter Younge School Of Excellence 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 Wyvetter Younge School Of Excellence is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2046 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
29%
Black
98%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wyvetter Younge School Of Excellence's ranking?
Wyvetter Younge School Of Excellence is ranked #2046 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Wyvetter Younge School Of Excellence?
534 students attend Wyvetter Younge School Of Excellence.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Wyvetter Younge School Of Excellence students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wyvetter Younge School Of Excellence?
Wyvetter Younge School Of Excellence has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wyvetter Younge School Of Excellence offer ?
Wyvetter Younge School Of Excellence offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Wyvetter Younge School Of Excellence part of?
Wyvetter Younge School Of Excellence is part of East St Louis SD 189 School District.
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