West Side Primary School serves 400 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 400 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Attendance Zone: West Side Primary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Harrisburg, IL, covering approximately 142.3 square miles. Families within this area can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 6.7 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 11.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Side Primary School's student population of 400 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
Total Students
400 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of West Side Primary School is 0.26, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
3%
29%
Black
4%
16%
White
86%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are West Side Primary School often compared to?
West Side Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carrier Mills-stonefort Elementary School, Eldorado Elementary School, Galatia Grade School Annex by visitors of our site.
How many students attend West Side Primary School?
400 students attend West Side Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of West Side Primary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Side Primary School?
West Side Primary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Side Primary School offer ?
West Side Primary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2
What school district is West Side Primary School part of?
West Side Primary School is part of Harrisburg CUSD 3 School District.
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