Serving 432 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West Carroll Primary 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 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 432 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Carroll Primary's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Savanna, IL, encompassing approximately 225.5 square miles. Families typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 8.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 12.8 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Carroll Primary's student population of 432 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
432 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The Mission of our school is to provide a safe and enriching learning environment where the whole student is nurtured and developed.
School Rankings
West Carroll Primary 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 West Carroll Primary is 0.31, 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
#1890 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
11%
29%
Black
n/a
16%
White
82%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Carroll Primary's ranking?
West Carroll Primary is ranked #1890 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend West Carroll Primary?
432 students attend West Carroll Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of West Carroll Primary students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Carroll Primary?
West Carroll Primary has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Carroll Primary offer ?
West Carroll Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is West Carroll Primary part of?
West Carroll Primary is part of West Carroll CUSD 314 School District.
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