Serving 456 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wingate Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 456 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wingate Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Wingate Elementary School's student population of 456 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
456 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wingate Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wingate Elementary School is 0.59, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#434 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
9%
28%
Black
14%
16%
White
61%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wingate Elementary School's ranking?
Wingate Elementary School is ranked #434 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Wingate Elementary School often compared to?
Wingate Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Estelle Kampmeyer Elementary School, Shiloh Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Wingate Elementary School?
456 students attend Wingate Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Wingate Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wingate Elementary School?
Wingate Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wingate Elementary School offer ?
Wingate Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Wingate Elementary School part of?
Wingate Elementary School is part of Mascoutah Cud 19 School District.
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