Serving 462 students in grades Kindergarten-5, W C Petty Elementary 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 32% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower 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 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 462 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: W C Petty Elementary School serves the west part of Antioch, IL, encompassing an area of approximately 7.6 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
W C Petty Elementary School's student population of 462 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
462 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1980
School Calendar
School Rankings
W C Petty 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 W C Petty Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#1490 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
20%
29%
Black
3%
16%
White
74%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is W C Petty Elementary School's ranking?
W C Petty Elementary School is ranked #1490 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are W C Petty Elementary School often compared to?
W C Petty Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oakland Elementary School, Emmons Grade School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend W C Petty Elementary School?
462 students attend W C Petty Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of W C Petty Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of W C Petty Elementary School?
W C Petty Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does W C Petty Elementary School offer ?
W C Petty Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is W C Petty Elementary School part of?
W C Petty Elementary School is part of Antioch CCSD 34 School District.
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