Serving 680 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Whiteside Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 680 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Whiteside Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Belleville, IL, encompassing approximately 5.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Whiteside Elementary School's student population of 680 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
680 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Whiteside 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 Whiteside Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#1595 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
5%
29%
Black
55%
16%
White
29%
45%
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whiteside Elementary School's ranking?
Whiteside Elementary School is ranked #1595 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Whiteside Elementary School often compared to?
Whiteside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Belle Valley School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Whiteside Elementary School?
680 students attend Whiteside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Whiteside Elementary School students are Black, 29% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Whiteside Elementary School?
Whiteside Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Whiteside Elementary School offer ?
Whiteside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Whiteside Elementary School part of?
Whiteside Elementary School is part of Whiteside SD 115 School District.
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