Serving 217 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, West Lincoln-broadwell Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 217 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Lincoln-broadwell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
West Lincoln-broadwell Elementary School's student population of 217 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
217 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
West Lincoln-broadwell Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Lincoln-broadwell Elementary School is 0.00, 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
#917 out of 3426 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
n/a
28%
Black
n/a
16%
White
100%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
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 is West Lincoln-broadwell Elementary School's ranking?
West Lincoln-broadwell Elementary School is ranked #917 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend West Lincoln-broadwell Elementary School?
217 students attend West Lincoln-broadwell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of West Lincoln-broadwell Elementary School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Lincoln-broadwell Elementary School?
West Lincoln-broadwell Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Lincoln-broadwell Elementary School offer ?
West Lincoln-broadwell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is West Lincoln-broadwell Elementary School part of?
West Lincoln-broadwell Elementary School is part of West Lincoln-Broadwell ESD 92 School District.
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