Serving 258 students in grades 3-5, Worden Elementary School ranks in the top 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 28% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is higher 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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 258 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Worden Elementary School serves the north part of Worden, IL, covering an attendance zone of approximately 92.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 11.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Worden Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Worden Elementary School's student population of 258 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
258 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Worden Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Worden Elementary School is 0.20, 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
#1204 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2005–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-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)19%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Worden Elementary School's ranking?
Worden Elementary School is ranked #1204 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Worden Elementary School?
258 students attend Worden Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Worden Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Worden Elementary School?
Worden Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Worden Elementary School offer ?
Worden Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Worden Elementary School part of?
Worden Elementary School is part of Edwardsville CUSD 7 School District.
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