Wagoner Elementary School serves 481 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 481 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wagoner Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
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Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Wagoner Elementary School's student population of 481 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
481 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Wagoner Elementary School is 0.45, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
22%
28%
Black
71%
16%
White
2%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Wagoner Elementary School often compared to?
Wagoner Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rickover Jr High School, Sandridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Wagoner Elementary School?
481 students attend Wagoner Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Wagoner Elementary School students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wagoner Elementary School?
Wagoner Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wagoner Elementary School offer ?
Wagoner Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Wagoner Elementary School part of?
Wagoner Elementary School is part of CCSD 168 School District.
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