Serving 86 students in grades Kindergarten-8, South Wilmington Grade School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 86 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Wilmington Grade School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
South Wilmington Grade School's student population of 86 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
86 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
South Wilmington Grade School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Wilmington Grade School is 0.00, 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
#1042 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
n/a
28%
Black
n/a
16%
White
100%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Wilmington Grade School's ranking?
South Wilmington Grade School is ranked #1042 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are South Wilmington Grade School often compared to?
South Wilmington Grade Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Saratoga Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend South Wilmington Grade School?
86 students attend South Wilmington Grade School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of South Wilmington Grade School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Wilmington Grade School?
South Wilmington Grade School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Wilmington Grade School offer ?
South Wilmington Grade School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is South Wilmington Grade School part of?
South Wilmington Grade School is part of South Wilmington CCSD 74 School District.
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