Serving 567 students in grades 2-4, William J Butler School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher 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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-4
- Enrollment: 567 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William J Butler School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
William J Butler School's student population of 567 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-4
Total Students
567 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
William J Butler School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of William J Butler School is 0.28, 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
#539 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)48%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
11%
28%
Black
1%
16%
White
84%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William J Butler School's ranking?
William J Butler School is ranked #539 out of 3,426 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?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend William J Butler School?
567 students attend William J Butler School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of William J Butler School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of William J Butler School?
William J Butler School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does William J Butler School offer ?
William J Butler School offers enrollment in grades 2-4
What school district is William J Butler School part of?
William J Butler School is part of Homer CCSD 33c School District.
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