Serving 383 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Katie Harper-wright Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Katie Harper-wright Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Katie Harper-wright Elementary School's student population of 383 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
383 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Katie Harper-wright Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Katie Harper-wright Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#3352 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
n/a
28%
Black
98%
16%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
42%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Katie Harper-wright Elementary School's ranking?
Katie Harper-wright Elementary School is ranked #3352 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Katie Harper-wright Elementary School?
383 students attend Katie Harper-wright Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Katie Harper-wright Elementary School students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Katie Harper-wright Elementary School?
Katie Harper-wright Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Katie Harper-wright Elementary School offer ?
Katie Harper-wright Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Katie Harper-wright Elementary School part of?
Katie Harper-wright Elementary School is part of East St Louis SD 189 School District.
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