Carolyn Wenz Elementary School

437 W Washington St
Paris, IL 61944
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Top 50%
Serving 256 students in grades 3-5, Carolyn Wenz Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 3-5
  • Enrollment: 256 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 8%
  • : Top 50% in IL
  • : 26% (Top 50%)
  • : 38% (Top 30%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

School Overview

Carolyn Wenz Elementary School's student population of 256 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
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Total Students
256 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
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School Rankings

Carolyn Wenz Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carolyn Wenz Elementary School is 0.15, 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.
This School
State Level (IL)
#1193 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
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26%
27%
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38%
30%
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50-54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
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American Indian
n/a
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Asian
n/a
6%
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Hispanic
4%
28%
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Black
2%
17%
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White
92%
45%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.15
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Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
43%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
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School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Carolyn Wenz Elementary School's ranking?
Carolyn Wenz Elementary School is ranked #1193 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Carolyn Wenz Elementary School?
256 students attend Carolyn Wenz Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Carolyn Wenz Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carolyn Wenz Elementary School?
Carolyn Wenz Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Carolyn Wenz Elementary School offer ?
Carolyn Wenz Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Carolyn Wenz Elementary School part of?
Carolyn Wenz Elementary School is part of Paris-Union School District 95.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 3-5
  • Enrollment: 256 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 8%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 26% (Top 50%)
  • : 38% (Top 30%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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