Serving 458 students in grades 1-2, 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 1-2
- Enrollment: 458 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Top 1% in IL)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wilson Elementary School's student population of 458 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-2
Total Students
458 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Mascot
Warriors
School Rankings
The diversity score of Wilson Elementary School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)6-9%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)6-9%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
16%
28%
Black
26%
17%
White
51%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
20%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Warriors
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% IL state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% IL state average).
How many students attend Wilson Elementary School?
458 students attend Wilson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Wilson Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wilson Elementary School?
Wilson Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wilson Elementary School offer ?
Wilson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-2
What school district is Wilson Elementary School part of?
Wilson Elementary School is part of Granite City Community Unit School District 9.
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