Serving 463 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Williamsburg 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 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 463 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Williamsburg 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
Williamsburg Elementary School's student population of 463 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
463 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Williamsburg 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 Williamsburg Elementary School is 0.29, 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)
75-79%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
9%
28%
Black
1%
16%
White
84%
45%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
5%
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 Williamsburg Elementary School's ranking?
Williamsburg Elementary School is ranked #434 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
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 Williamsburg Elementary School?
463 students attend Williamsburg Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Williamsburg Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Williamsburg Elementary School?
Williamsburg Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Williamsburg Elementary School offer ?
Williamsburg Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Williamsburg Elementary School part of?
Williamsburg Elementary School is part of Geneva CUSD 304 School District.
School Reviews
5 5/16/2016
What I think about this school well I loved it so much I use to go there but I had to move. Hi, my name is Michelle Castro last time I was there I was in Miss. Curls class but I thik she is maried now. She was a beautiful, young, and magnificent women. I missed everyone there even my best friends there. I hope they remember me as much as I remember them Alexis Ball and Marisa Case I miss them so much. I want to meet again another day. Anyway the school I am right now is pretty cool to! If you want to Check it out just type in "Blackhawk elementary school Beloit, IL" Well that's what I have to say now goodbye miss you all. (I hope this is on goodmorning Williamsburg and write me back please''')
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