Serving 101 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Murrayville-woodson Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower 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 (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 101 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Murrayville-woodson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Murrayville-woodson Elementary School's student population of 101 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
101 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Motto
Murrayville-Woodson is a partnership of staff members, parents, and students who model, inspire, motivate, and challenge each other to advance the success of our future community.
School Mascot
Wildcat
School Rankings
Murrayville-woodson Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Murrayville-woodson 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
#1386 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
5%
28%
Black
n/a
16%
White
85%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcat
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Murrayville-woodson Elementary School's ranking?
Murrayville-woodson Elementary School is ranked #1386 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Murrayville-woodson Elementary School?
101 students attend Murrayville-woodson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Murrayville-woodson Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Murrayville-woodson Elementary School?
Murrayville-woodson Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Murrayville-woodson Elementary School offer ?
Murrayville-woodson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Murrayville-woodson Elementary School part of?
Murrayville-woodson Elementary School is part of Jacksonville SD 117 School District.
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