Serving 322 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Willow Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 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 15-19% (which is lower than 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 13:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 322 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Willow Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Willow Creek Elementary School's student population of 322 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
322 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Willow Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willow Creek Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#1392 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)15-19%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
27%
27%
Black
10%
17%
White
50%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willow Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Willow Creek Elementary School is ranked #1392 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Willow Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Willow Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Goodrich Elementary School, Meadowview Elementary School, John L Sipley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% 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 Willow Creek Elementary School?
322 students attend Willow Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Willow Creek Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Willow Creek Elementary School?
Willow Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Willow Creek Elementary School offer ?
Willow Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Willow Creek Elementary School part of?
Willow Creek Elementary School is part of Woodridge SD 68 School District.
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