Serving 249 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Wolcott 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 249 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wolcott School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Thornton, IL, encompassing approximately 4.4 square miles. Typically, families can expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.4 miles from the school to the nearest edge of the zone, and a maximum distance of 2.1 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wolcott School's student population of 249 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
249 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wolcott 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 Wolcott School is 0.67, 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
#1807 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
46%
29%
Black
31%
16%
White
17%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
7%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wolcott School's ranking?
Wolcott School is ranked #1807 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
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 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Wolcott School?
249 students attend Wolcott School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Wolcott School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 17% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wolcott School?
Wolcott School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wolcott School offer ?
Wolcott School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Wolcott School part of?
Wolcott School is part of Thornton SD 154 School District.
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