Serving 128 students in grades 4-5, Iroquois West Elementary Sch/thawville ranks in the top 30% 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 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 128 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Iroquois West Elementary Sch/thawville ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
School Overview
Iroquois West Elementary Sch/thawville's student population of 128 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
128 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Iroquois West Elementary Sch/thawville ranks within the top 30% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Iroquois West Elementary Sch/thawville is 0.46, 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
#995 out of 3426 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25-29%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
29%
27%
Black
n/a
17%
White
68%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Iroquois West Elementary Sch/thawville's ranking?
Iroquois West Elementary Sch/thawville is ranked #995 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Iroquois West Elementary Sch/thawville?
128 students attend Iroquois West Elementary Sch/thawville.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Iroquois West Elementary Sch/thawville students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Iroquois West Elementary Sch/thawville?
Iroquois West Elementary Sch/thawville has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Iroquois West Elementary Sch/thawville offer ?
Iroquois West Elementary Sch/thawville offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Iroquois West Elementary Sch/thawville part of?
Iroquois West Elementary Sch/thawville is part of Iroquois West CUSD 10 School District.
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