Serving 383 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Mable Woolsey 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Mable Woolsey Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Knoxville, IL, encompassing approximately 134.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 7.2 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum of 11.6 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mable Woolsey Elementary School's student population of 383 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
383 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
We will provide a safe and stimulating environment. We will nurture a rigorous and adaptive learning community. We will support a child's natural desire to learn. We will inspire students to discover their fullest potential.
School Rankings
Mable Woolsey Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mable Woolsey Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#759 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
White
97%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mable Woolsey Elementary School's ranking?
Mable Woolsey Elementary School is ranked #759 out of 3,542 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Mable Woolsey Elementary School?
383 students attend Mable Woolsey Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Mable Woolsey Elementary School students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mable Woolsey Elementary School?
Mable Woolsey Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mable Woolsey Elementary School offer ?
Mable Woolsey Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Mable Woolsey Elementary School part of?
Mable Woolsey Elementary School is part of Knoxville CUSD 202 School District.
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