South Wilmington Grade School

South Wilmington Grade School serves 86 students from kindergarten through eighth grade in the small rural community of South Wilmington, Illinois. With just 8 full-time teachers, the school maintains an impressive 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio, allowing for personalized attention in a close-knit learning environment. The school has earned recognition for its academic performance, ranking #815 out of 3,819 schools statewide, placing it in the 79th percentile among Illinois elementary schools with a 7.1 out of 10 rating.

In English Language Arts and Reading, 34% of students demonstrate proficiency or above across grade levels, indicating areas for continued growth and development. Located at 375 Fifth Avenue, the school serves families in a tight-knit rural community where the median household income is $87,188 and median home value is $154,100. The surrounding area has a population of 684 residents, with 15% holding bachelor's degrees or higher and a poverty rate of 11.5%.

South Wilmington Grade School offers the benefits of small-school education in Grundy County's peaceful rural setting, where students can develop strong relationships with teachers and peers while building a solid educational foundation in a supportive community atmosphere.

With an enrollment of 86 students, South Wilmington Grade 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.

Located in a rural area, South Wilmington Grade 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.