West Elementary School serves 213 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 was higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 4% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
213 students
Showing 2001–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
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School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
Showing 2001–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
1%
29%
Black
3%
16%
White
96%
45%
Showing 2001–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2001–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend West Elementary School?
213 students attend West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of West Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Elementary School?
West Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Elementary School offer ?
West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is West Elementary School part of?
West Elementary School is part of Taylorville Community Unit School District 3.
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