Serving 241 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Wilcox Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower 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 59% 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: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 241 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wilcox Elementary School serves the northeastern part of Springfield, IL, covering an area of approximately 2.8 square miles. Most students live within a typical driving distance of 5 to 10 minutes from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 3.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wilcox Elementary School's student population of 241 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
241 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Wilcox Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wilcox Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#1843 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
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
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2005–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
35%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
41%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
17%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilcox Elementary School's ranking?
Wilcox Elementary School is ranked #1843 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Wilcox Elementary School often compared to?
Wilcox Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Wilcox Elementary School?
241 students attend Wilcox Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Wilcox Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 17% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wilcox Elementary School?
Wilcox Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wilcox Elementary School offer ?
Wilcox Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Wilcox Elementary School part of?
Wilcox Elementary School is part of Springfield SD 186 School District.
In what neighborhood is Wilcox Elementary School located?
Wilcox Elementary School is located in the Northgate neighborhood of Springfield, IL.
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