Serving 122 students in grades Kindergarten-8, North Wamac Grade School ranks in the top 50% 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 30-34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 122 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Wamac Grade School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Centralia, IL, encompassing approximately 6 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Wamac Grade School's student population of 122 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
122 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Wamac Grade 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 North Wamac Grade School is 0.36, 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
#1314 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
8%
29%
Black
4%
16%
White
79%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Wamac Grade School's ranking?
North Wamac Grade School is ranked #1314 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend North Wamac Grade School?
122 students attend North Wamac Grade School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of North Wamac Grade School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Wamac Grade School?
North Wamac Grade School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Wamac Grade School offer ?
North Wamac Grade School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is North Wamac Grade School part of?
North Wamac Grade School is part of North Wamac SD 186 School District.
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