Serving 171 students in grades Kindergarten-8, West Salem Grade School ranks in the top 20% 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 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 171 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Salem Grade School serves the northern part of its school district in West Salem, IL, covering an area of approximately 81.8 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 8.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Salem Grade School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
West Salem Grade School's student population of 171 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
171 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
West Salem Grade School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Salem Grade School is 0.04, 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
#554 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
1%
29%
Showing 1993–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
16%
White
98%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Salem Grade School's ranking?
West Salem Grade School is ranked #554 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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 27% IL state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend West Salem Grade School?
171 students attend West Salem Grade School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of West Salem Grade School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Salem Grade School?
West Salem Grade School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Salem Grade School offer ?
West Salem Grade School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is West Salem Grade School part of?
West Salem Grade School is part of Edwards County CUSD 1 School District.
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