Serving 217 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, West Lincoln-broadwell Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 30-34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). 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 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 217 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Lincoln-Broadwell Elementary School serves the entire district in Lincoln, IL, covering approximately 69.7 square miles, with a typical drive to the school taking around 10-12 minutes. The furthest edge of the attendance area is about 9.6 miles from the school, ensuring that every part of the district is accommodated.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Lincoln-broadwell Elementary School's student population of 217 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
217 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Lincoln-broadwell 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 West Lincoln-broadwell Elementary School is 0.02, 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
#1140 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
n/a
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
99%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.7%
29.7%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Lincoln-broadwell Elementary School's ranking?
West Lincoln-broadwell Elementary School is ranked #1140 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% 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?
99% of West Lincoln-broadwell Elementary School students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Lincoln-broadwell Elementary School?
West Lincoln-broadwell Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, 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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