Serving 425 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Olson 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 23% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% 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: 425 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Olson Elementary School serves the eastern part of its school district in Woodstock, IL, covering an area of approximately 14.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Olson Elementary School's student population of 425 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
425 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Olson 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 Olson Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#1358 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Hispanic
41%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
3%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
White
51%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Olson Elementary School's ranking?
Olson Elementary School is ranked #1358 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Olson Elementary School often compared to?
Olson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Indian Prairie Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Olson Elementary School?
425 students attend Olson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Olson Elementary School students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Olson Elementary School?
Olson Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Olson Elementary School offer ?
Olson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Olson Elementary School part of?
Olson Elementary School is part of Woodstock CUSD 200 School District.
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