Serving 399 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Unity West ranks in the bottom 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 26% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 399 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Unity West ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Unity West's student population of 399 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
399 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Unity West ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Unity West is 0.30, 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
#1898 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Hispanic
4%
29%
Black
3%
16%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 23-year historical data
White
83%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 23-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Unity West's ranking?
Unity West is ranked #1898 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Unity West?
399 students attend Unity West.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Unity West students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Unity West?
Unity West has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Unity West offer ?
Unity West offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Unity West part of?
Unity West is part of Tolono CUSD 7 School District.
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