West Central Elementary School

West Central Elementary School

Public Elementary School | Grade K-5
1514 US Route 34,  Biggsville, IL
West Central Community Unit School District No. 235
3.5
320 Students
C
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mr. Ralph Grimm
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Math Proficiency
12%
Reading Proficiency
12%

Niche Grade

C
Academics
C+
Teachers
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
12%
Math Proficiency
12%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers
27
Full Time Teachers
27
Teachers in First or Second Year
23.1%

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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GreatSchools Rating Details

Student Diversity

Male
55.5%
Female
44.5%
White
94.2%
Two or more races
2.3%
Hispanic
2.3%
Native American
<1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
Black
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
3.5 4 Reviews
1.0 other
10/31/2018
Inadequate people in authority position not familiar with federal laws could really cost them if sued
5.0 teacher
3/13/2014
The staff here are some of the hardest working people I know. They are constantly sacrificing for the good of the students, and do an amazing job with forming a positive learning environment for education.
5.0 parent
5/21/2011
West Central is a great school with a caring staff and challenging curriculum. Named and Illinois Spotlight school 2 years in a row! I love this school.
3.0 parent
4/5/2010

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West Central Elementary School is a public school for students in grades K-5 in Biggsville, IL and is served by the West Central Community Unit School District No. 235 in Illinois. The school has a total enrollment of 320 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 12:1. Academic records show that 12% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 12% are proficient in reading. West Central Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. Discover additional schools in the area, like West Central High School, Great River Christian School, Notre Dame High School, and more. Learn more about what Biggsville has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near West Central Elementary School.

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