Serving 109 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 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 109 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Murrayville-Woodson Elementary School serves the southern part of Murrayville, IL, covering an attendance area of approximately 74.6 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 13 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Murrayville-woodson Elementary School's student population of 109 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
109 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
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 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 0.33, 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%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
16%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
81%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
13%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
3%
Showing 2003–2014. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
School Mascot
Wildcat
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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?
109 students attend Murrayville-woodson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Murrayville-woodson Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
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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