Serving 127 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Willow Grove Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than 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 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 127 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Willow Grove Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Centralia, IL, encompassing approximately 11.3 square miles. Parents can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.6 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching a maximum of 5.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Willow Grove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Willow Grove Elementary School's student population of 127 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
127 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Willow Grove 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 Willow Grove Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#2020 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
10%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
76%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willow Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Willow Grove Elementary School is ranked #2020 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Willow Grove Elementary School often compared to?
Willow Grove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nashville Grade School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Willow Grove Elementary School?
127 students attend Willow Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Willow Grove Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Willow Grove Elementary School?
Willow Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Willow Grove Elementary School offer ?
Willow Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Willow Grove Elementary School part of?
Willow Grove Elementary School is part of Willow Grove SD 46 School District.
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