WILCOX ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Wilcox Elem School is a public elementary school that is part of the Springfield SD 186 school district, located in Springfield, IL with about 288 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 18 teachers, Wilcox Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Wilcox Elementary School, located at 2000 Hastings Road in Springfield, Illinois, is a public school serving the local community within the Springfield Public School District 186. As a neighborhood school, it provides foundational education for students in the primary grades, focusing on core academic subjects such as literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies, while working to foster a supportive environment for early childhood development.

The school is situated in a residential area of Springfield and is recognized for its role in the community as a hub for student engagement and academic growth. Like many schools in the district, Wilcox Elementary emphasizes the importance of parental involvement and collaborative learning, striving to equip its students with the essential skills and social-emotional foundation necessary for their transition into middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact Wilcox Elem School at (217) 525-3281 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.