School Overview
Wilson Elementary School, located at 2400 Wilson Ave in Granite City, Illinois, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Granite City Community Unit School District 9. As a public elementary school, it focuses on providing core academic instruction to students in the local community, emphasizing the development of fundamental literacy, numeracy, and social skills necessary for success in later grade levels. The school operates with a commitment to creating a supportive learning environment that fosters both intellectual growth and character development for its diverse student body.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Wilson Elementary acts as a central hub for the families of Granite City, often prioritizing community engagement and extracurricular opportunities to enrich the student experience. The school works closely with district leadership to implement state-mandated standards while maintaining a focus on meeting the individual needs of its students. By providing a structured and collaborative atmosphere, Wilson Elementary aims to prepare its young learners to transition successfully into middle school while instilling a positive foundation for lifelong education.
453
Total Students
31.0
Full-Time Teachers
14.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Wilson Elem School
Demographic Student Count
White258
Hispanic70
Black93
Asian1
Two or More30
American Indian1
  • White
    258 (57.0 %)
  • Black
    93 (20.5 %)
  • Hispanic
    70 (15.5 %)
  • Two or More
    30 (6.6 %)
  • Asian
    1 (0.2 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.2 %)
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: Granite City CUSD 9
Phone: (618)451-5817
Website: http://www.gcsd9.net
Grade Range: 1st - 2nd
Total Students: 453
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 31.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 1
Grade 1 238
Grade 2 213
Grade 3 1

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Wilson Elem School
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten1
Grade 1238
Grade 2213
Grade 31
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Wilson Elem School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female21447.2%
Male23952.8%
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