Alwood Elem School

AlWood Elem School is a regular public elementary school located in the rural setting of Alpha, Illinois. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade, the school has an enrollment of 184 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 9.2:1 with 20 full-time equivalent teachers. AlWood Elem School holds a MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks at #1371 among Illinois schools, placing it in the 64th percentile statewide.

Academically, students perform around the state average, with 30% proficient or above in ELA/Reading and 20% proficient or above in Math. Despite these scores indicating room for growth, AlWood Elem School focuses on providing a supportive learning environment where teachers can give individual attention to each student. The school's rural setting provides a close-knit community feel, making it a welcoming place for families seeking personalized education in a tight-knit neighborhood.

With an enrollment of 184 students, Alwood Elem School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 9.2:1, Alwood Elem School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

Located in a rural area, Alwood Elem School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.