Serving 477 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Wilmot Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 477 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wilmot Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Wilmot Elementary School's student population of 477 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
477 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Wilmot Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wilmot 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#82 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
4%
29%
Black
n/a
16%
White
83%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
1%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Deerfield SD 109 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilmot Elementary School's ranking?
Wilmot Elementary School is ranked #82 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Wilmot Elementary School often compared to?
Wilmot Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Wilmot Elementary School?
477 students attend Wilmot Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Wilmot Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wilmot Elementary School?
Wilmot Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wilmot Elementary School offer ?
Wilmot Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Wilmot Elementary School part of?
Wilmot Elementary School is part of Deerfield SD 109 School District.
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