Wilson Elementary School serves 356 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 was higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
356 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
10%
28%
Black
90%
17%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Wilson Elementary School?
356 students attend Wilson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Wilson Elementary School students are Black, and 10% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wilson Elementary School?
Wilson Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wilson Elementary School offer ?
Wilson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Wilson Elementary School part of?
Wilson Elementary School is part of Bellwood School District 88.
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