Serving 445 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Wasco Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (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 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 445 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wasco Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Wasco Elementary School's student population of 445 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
445 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
1903
School Calendar
School Motto
The Strength of a Wolf is its Pack!
School Rankings
Wasco Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wasco Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#631 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
9%
28%
Black
n/a
16%
White
85%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wasco Elementary School's ranking?
Wasco Elementary School is ranked #631 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% 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 Wasco Elementary School?
445 students attend Wasco Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Wasco Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wasco Elementary School?
Wasco Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wasco Elementary School offer ?
Wasco Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Wasco Elementary School part of?
Wasco Elementary School is part of St Charles CUSD 303 School District.
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