Serving 415 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Waterbury 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 25% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% 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: 415 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Waterbury Elementary School serves a centrally located attendance zone in Roselle, IL, covering approximately 2.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the zone being about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Waterbury Elementary School's student population of 415 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
415 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Waterbury 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 Waterbury Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#1743 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
29%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
57%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wildcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waterbury Elementary School's ranking?
Waterbury Elementary School is ranked #1743 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Waterbury Elementary School?
415 students attend Waterbury Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Waterbury Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waterbury Elementary School?
Waterbury Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Waterbury Elementary School offer ?
Waterbury Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Waterbury Elementary School part of?
Waterbury Elementary School is part of Keeneyville SD 20 School District.
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