Wilson Elem School
181 Students
Elementary School K - 5th
School Overview
Wilson Elementary School, located at 422 W 16th Pl in Chicago Heights, IL, is a public school serving students within the Chicago Heights School District 170. As a foundational educational institution in the community, the school is dedicated to fostering an environment that supports academic growth, social-emotional development, and the basic learning needs of its diverse student population. The school focuses on building a strong educational groundwork through a structured curriculum that emphasizes core subjects, aiming to prepare students for successful transitions to middle school.
Beyond its academic focus, Wilson Elementary serves as a vital hub for the local neighborhood, prioritizing community engagement and school spirit. The staff works to create an inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to develop critical thinking skills and positive character traits. By providing resources and support systems tailored to the needs of the Chicago Heights area, the school strives to ensure that every student, regardless of their background, has access to quality instruction and the opportunity to reach their potential in a safe and nurturing environment.
Beyond its academic focus, Wilson Elementary serves as a vital hub for the local neighborhood, prioritizing community engagement and school spirit. The staff works to create an inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to develop critical thinking skills and positive character traits. By providing resources and support systems tailored to the needs of the Chicago Heights area, the school strives to ensure that every student, regardless of their background, has access to quality instruction and the opportunity to reach their potential in a safe and nurturing environment.
181
Total Students
11.0
Full-Time Teachers
16.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| Hispanic | 83 |
| Black | 97 |
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Black97 (53.6 %)
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Hispanic83 (45.9 %)
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White1 (0.6 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Chicago Heights SD 170 |
| Phone: | (708)756-4839 |
| Website: | http://www.sd170.com |
| Grade Range: | K - 5th |
| Total Students: | 181 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 11.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 16.5 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 0 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
12
Kindergarten
24
Grade 1
30
Grade 2
34
Grade 3
19
Grade 4
29
Grade 5
33
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 12 |
| Kindergarten | 24 |
| Grade 1 | 30 |
| Grade 2 | 34 |
| Grade 3 | 19 |
| Grade 4 | 29 |
| Grade 5 | 33 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 93 | 51.4% |
| Male | 88 | 48.6% |
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