Serving 407 students in grades 2-5, West Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 407 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Elementary School serves the southern part of Alton, IL, covering an area of approximately 9.2 square miles, with most students living within a 5-to-10 minute drive and an average distance of 2.2 miles from the school to the zone's edge. The furthest edge of the attendance area is about 4.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Elementary School's student population of 407 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
Total Students
407 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Where Everyone Succeeds Together
School Rankings
West Elementary School 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 Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#2805 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
30%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
45%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
17%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
2%
Showing 2005–2015. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Elementary School's ranking?
West Elementary School is ranked #2805 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?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend West Elementary School?
407 students attend West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of West Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 17% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Elementary School?
West Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Elementary School offer ?
West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5
What school district is West Elementary School part of?
West Elementary School is part of Alton CUSD 11 School District.
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