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Mable Woolsey Elem School

Elementary School · Knoxville CUSD 202

106 Pleasant Ave, Knoxville, IL 61448

Enrollment

392

Student-Teacher

13.5:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#2,681 of 3,813

In Knoxville

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#2 of 3

Knoxville CUSD 202

Academic performance

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Mable Woolsey Elem School

5.3/10

Elementary School in Knoxville · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Mable Woolsey Elem School

Mable Woolsey Elem School is a public elementary school in Knoxville, IL, part of Knoxville CUSD 202. Mable Woolsey Elem School serves approximately 392 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Mable Woolsey Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,681 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Mable Woolsey Elem School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.9 pts below IL schools
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.8Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-6.37 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency35% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+9.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile77th
Resources & Environment7.0Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,033
Chronic Absenteeism13.3%

Mable Woolsey Elem School — Students at Mable Woolsey Elem School score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

53.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 45.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 49.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
92%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2022
ELA
42%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.8/10.

How Mable Woolsey Elem School Compares

See how Mable Woolsey Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.3/10
30th percentile in IL
Academic
8.5/10
Excellent
Growth
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.0/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
53%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.3%

Location

106 Pleasant Ave, Knoxville, IL 61448

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mable Woolsey Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Williamsfield Elem School (rated 8.7/10, 13.5 miles away, in nearby Williamsfield), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hedding Grade Sch (rated 8.1/10, 9.3 miles away, in nearby Abingdon), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Spoon River Valley Elem School (rated 7.4/10, 15.2 miles away, in nearby London Mills), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Knoxville, see our Knoxville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 13.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Knoxville Jr High School Knoxville 0.3 mi 3.7
Knoxville Sr High School Knoxville 0.4 mi 7.3
King School Galesburg 4.2 mi 4.8
Lombard Middle School Galesburg 4.6 mi 7.3
GALESBURG CHRISTIAN SCHOOL ASSOC Galesburg 5.3 mi 5.5
Bright Futures Pre-K Prog Galesburg 5.5 mi 4.5
Silas Willard Elem School Galesburg 6.1 mi 5.7
COSTA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Galesburg 7.3 mi 4.9
Steele School Galesburg 6.8 mi 6.6
Galesburg Senior High School Galesburg 7.2 mi 4.7
Hedding Grade Sch Abingdon 9.3 mi 8.1
Abingdon-Avon High Sch Abingdon 9.7 mi 6.2
R O W V A Elem School Oneida 12.3 mi 6.0
R O W V A Jr and Sr High School Oneida 12.3 mi 6.0
Spoon River Valley Jr High Sch London Mills 15.2 mi 7.7
Spoon River Valley Sr High Sch London Mills 15.2 mi 7.7
Spoon River Valley Elem School London Mills 15.2 mi 7.4
Williamsfield Middle School Williamsfield 13.5 mi 7.7
Williamsfield High School Williamsfield 13.5 mi 6.2
Williamsfield Elem School Williamsfield 13.5 mi 8.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 61448 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$79,500

Median Home Value

$139,700

Median Rent

$656/mo

Population

3,906

College Educated

24.1%

Homeownership

87.3%

Avg Commute

19.9 min

Poverty Rate

8.3%

Median Age

44.4

Similar Schools

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Bradwell Comm Arts & Sci Elem Sch Chicago, IL 5.3
Central Grade School Effingham, IL 5.3
Dwight D Eisenhower Elem School Prospect Heights, IL 5.3
Eastview Elementary School Canton, IL 5.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mable Woolsey Elem School

What grades does Mable Woolsey Elem School serve?

Mable Woolsey Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Mable Woolsey Elem School?

Mable Woolsey Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 392 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mable Woolsey Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at Mable Woolsey Elem School is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mable Woolsey Elem School rank in IL?

Mable Woolsey Elem School ranks #2,681 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Mable Woolsey Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mable Woolsey Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Mable Woolsey Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mable Woolsey Elem School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Mable Woolsey Elem School a charter school?

No, Mable Woolsey Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Mable Woolsey Elem School a Title I school?

No, Mable Woolsey Elem School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mable Woolsey Elem School?

53.1% of students at Mable Woolsey Elem School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
34 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
392
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Free/Reduced Lunch
53.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Knox County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.3%

District

Knoxville CUSD 202
District Enrollment
924
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,033
District Rank
#2 of 3

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