Serving 600 students in grades 4-6, Wilson Intermediate 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 11% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 600 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wilson Intermediate School serves the southwest part of Pekin, IL, covering an area of approximately 11.8 square miles. Most families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wilson Intermediate School's student population of 600 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
Total Students
600 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1947
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wilson Intermediate 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 Wilson Intermediate School is 0.24, 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
#2587 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
16%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Family oriented
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilson Intermediate School's ranking?
Wilson Intermediate School is ranked #2587 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Wilson Intermediate School often compared to?
Wilson Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Washington Intermediate School, Jefferson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Wilson Intermediate School?
600 students attend Wilson Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Wilson Intermediate School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wilson Intermediate School?
Wilson Intermediate School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wilson Intermediate School offer ?
Wilson Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 4-6
What school district is Wilson Intermediate School part of?
Wilson Intermediate School is part of Pekin PSD 108 School District.
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