Serving 557 students in grades 2-4, William J Butler School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 2-4
- Enrollment: 557 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
William J Butler School's student population of 557 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-4
Total Students
557 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
William J Butler School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of William J Butler School is 0.32, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#779 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
11%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
82%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Homer CCSD 33c School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William J Butler School's ranking?
William J Butler School is ranked #779 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend William J Butler School?
557 students attend William J Butler School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of William J Butler School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William J Butler School?
William J Butler School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does William J Butler School offer ?
William J Butler School offers enrollment in grades 2-4
What school district is William J Butler School part of?
William J Butler School is part of Homer CCSD 33c School District.
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