Serving 519 students in grades Kindergarten-5, The Wheatlands Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 519 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Wheatlands Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
The Wheatlands Elementary School's student population of 519 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
519 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The Wheatlands Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of The Wheatlands Elementary School is 0.68, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#676 out of 3663 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
21%
5%
Hispanic
11%
27%
Black
10%
17%
White
51%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Wheatlands Elementary School's ranking?
The Wheatlands Elementary School is ranked #676 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are The Wheatlands Elementary School often compared to?
The Wheatlands Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Homestead Elementary School, Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend The Wheatlands Elementary School?
519 students attend The Wheatlands Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of The Wheatlands Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of The Wheatlands Elementary School?
The Wheatlands Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does The Wheatlands Elementary School offer ?
The Wheatlands Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is The Wheatlands Elementary School part of?
The Wheatlands Elementary School is part of CUSD 308 School District.
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