Serving 622 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Woodrow 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 9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 622 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Woodrow Wilson Elementary School serves a central area in Cicero, IL, encompassing approximately 0.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 0.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Woodrow Wilson Elementary School's student population of 622 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
622 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1930
School Calendar
School Rankings
Woodrow Wilson Elementary 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 Woodrow Wilson Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#2997 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Hispanic
97%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
2%
45%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)51.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Dragons
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Woodrow Wilson Elementary School's ranking?
Woodrow Wilson Elementary School is ranked #2997 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?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Woodrow Wilson Elementary School?
622 students attend Woodrow Wilson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Woodrow Wilson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Woodrow Wilson Elementary School?
Woodrow Wilson Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Woodrow Wilson Elementary School offer ?
Woodrow Wilson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Woodrow Wilson Elementary School part of?
Woodrow Wilson Elementary School is part of Cicero SD 99 School District.
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