Wilson Creek Elementary School serves 545 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 545 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Attendance Zone: Wilson Creek Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Manhattan, IL, encompassing an area of approximately 31.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 3.3 miles and the furthest point reaching 5.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wilson Creek Elementary School's student population of 545 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
Total Students
545 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
The diversity score of Wilson Creek Elementary School is 0.30, 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
16:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
83%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Wilson Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Wilson Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dr Julian Rogus School, Anna Mcdonald Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Wilson Creek Elementary School?
545 students attend Wilson Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Wilson Creek Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wilson Creek Elementary School?
Wilson Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wilson Creek Elementary School offer ?
Wilson Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1
What school district is Wilson Creek Elementary School part of?
Wilson Creek Elementary School is part of Manhattan SD 114 School District.
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