Serving 334 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, North Ward 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 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 334 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: North Ward Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Tuscola, IL, covering approximately 97.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school is 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located nearly 9.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Ward Elementary School's student population of 334 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
334 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
North Ward 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 North Ward Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#1116 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
16%
Showing 2004–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. 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)24.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. 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 North Ward Elementary School's ranking?
North Ward Elementary School is ranked #1116 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are North Ward Elementary School often compared to?
North Ward Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Prairie Middle School, Tuscola High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend North Ward Elementary School?
334 students attend North Ward Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of North Ward Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Ward Elementary School?
North Ward Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Ward Elementary School offer ?
North Ward Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is North Ward Elementary School part of?
North Ward Elementary School is part of Tuscola CUSD 301 School District.
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