Wilson Creek Elementary School serves 545 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 545 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wilson Creek Elementary School's student population of 545 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
Total Students
545 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Wilson Creek Elementary School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Hispanic
12%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
83%
45%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Wilson Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Wilson Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dr Julian Rogus School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Wilson Creek Elementary School?
545 students attend Wilson Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Wilson Creek Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wilson Creek Elementary School?
Wilson Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wilson Creek Elementary School offer ?
Wilson Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1
What school district is Wilson Creek Elementary School part of?
Wilson Creek Elementary School is part of Manhattan SD 114 School District.
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