Serving 448 students in grades 1-2, Wilson 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-2
- Enrollment: 448 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Top 1% in IL)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wilson Elementary School's student population of 448 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-2
Total Students
448 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
The diversity score of Wilson Elementary School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)6-9%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)6-9%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
28%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
43%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)57.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Warriors
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% IL state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% IL state average).
How many students attend Wilson Elementary School?
448 students attend Wilson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Wilson Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, and 12% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wilson Elementary School?
Wilson Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, 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 1-2
What school district is Wilson Elementary School part of?
Wilson Elementary School is part of Granite City CUSD 9 School District.
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