Serving 610 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Judith Giacoma 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 10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 610 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Judith Giacoma Elementary School serves the entire district of Westville, IL, covering an area of approximately 34.5 square miles. Parents can typically expect a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Judith Giacoma Elementary School's student population of 610 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
610 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Judith Giacoma 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 Judith Giacoma Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#2945 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
7%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
85%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Judith Giacoma Elementary School's ranking?
Judith Giacoma Elementary School is ranked #2945 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Judith Giacoma Elementary School often compared to?
Judith Giacoma Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oakwood Grade School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Judith Giacoma Elementary School?
610 students attend Judith Giacoma Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Judith Giacoma Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Judith Giacoma Elementary School?
Judith Giacoma Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Judith Giacoma Elementary School offer ?
Judith Giacoma Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Judith Giacoma Elementary School part of?
Judith Giacoma Elementary School is part of Westville CUSD 2 School District.
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