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#896 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 24% in state

W W Woodbury Elem School

Elementary School · Sandwich CUSD 430

322 E 3rd St, Sandwich, IL 60548

Enrollment

192

Student-Teacher

16:1

Score

7.5

Grades

Pre-K – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#896 of 3,813

In Sandwich

#3 of 6

public schools

In district

#3 of 6

Sandwich CUSD 430

Academic performance

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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W W Woodbury Elem School

7.5/10

Elementary School in Sandwich · grades Pre-K – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.9/10

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6.0/10

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About W W Woodbury Elem School

W W Woodbury Elem School is a public elementary school in Sandwich, IL, part of Sandwich CUSD 430. W W Woodbury Elem School serves approximately 192 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. W W Woodbury Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #896 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for W W Woodbury Elem School show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.5
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 192 students, W W Woodbury Elem School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.4Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.4 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.7Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency49.5% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency24.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+10.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile80th
Resources & Environment3.4Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,175
Chronic Absenteeism24%

W W Woodbury Elem School — Students at W W Woodbury Elem School score 37% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

50.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 65.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 58.8% (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
95%
ELA
74.5%
2010
Math
95%
ELA
84.5%
2011
Math
95%
ELA
84.5%
2012
Math
74.5%
ELA
74.5%
2013
Math
64.5%
ELA
74.5%
2014
Math
24.5%
ELA
44.5%
2015
Math
54.5%
ELA
54.5%
2016
Math
44.5%
ELA
44.5%
2017
Math
54.5%
ELA
34.5%
2018
Math
74.5%
ELA
64.5%
2019
Math
74.5%
ELA
64.5%
2020*
Math
49.5%
ELA
49.5%
2021*
Math
49.5%
ELA
49.5%
2022
ELA
24.5%

* 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: 8.4/10.

How W W Woodbury Elem School Compares

See how W W Woodbury Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.5/10
77th percentile in IL
Academic
8.7/10
Excellent
Growth
8.4/10
Excellent
Environment
3.4/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
51%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
12 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.0%

Location

322 E 3rd St, Sandwich, IL 60548

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering W W Woodbury Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lynn G Haskin Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Prairie View Elem School (rated 7.7/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, James R Wood Elem School (rated 7.1/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Somonauk), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Sandwich, see our Sandwich schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Herman E Dummer Sandwich 0.5 mi 6.9
Sandwich Middle School Sandwich 0.5 mi 6.0
Sandwich Community High School Sandwich 0.6 mi 6.3
Lynn G Haskin Elementary School Sandwich 0.6 mi 7.7
Prairie View Elem School Sandwich 0.9 mi 7.7
James R Wood Elem School Somonauk 3.8 mi 7.1
Plano High School Plano 3.9 mi 6.9
Somonauk High School Somonauk 3.9 mi 6.3
Somonauk Middle School Somonauk 4.0 mi 8.9
Millbrook Junior High School Newark 4.8 mi 6.4
Centennial Elem School Plano 4.2 mi 5.2
Plano Middle School Plano 4.4 mi 5.2
P H Miller Elem School Plano 4.6 mi 6.0
Newark Elem School Newark 7.6 mi 6.5
Newark Comm High School Newark 7.6 mi 7.8
Emily G Johns School Plano 6.0 mi 5.7
Hinckley-Big Rock High School Hinckley 8.5 mi 6.7
Hinckley-Big Rock Elem Sch Hinckley 8.5 mi 6.0
Sheridan Elem School Sheridan 8.8 mi 6.3
Hinckley-Big Rock Middle Sch Big Rock 8.9 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60548 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$83,774

Median Home Value

$240,000

Median Rent

$1,046/mo

Population

11,233

College Educated

20.8%

Homeownership

79.4%

Avg Commute

32.2 min

Poverty Rate

8.5%

Median Age

41.2

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Dewey Elem Academy of Fine Arts Chicago, IL 7.5
New Baden Elementary School New Baden, IL 7.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about W W Woodbury Elem School

What grades does W W Woodbury Elem School serve?

W W Woodbury Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.

How many students attend W W Woodbury Elem School?

W W Woodbury Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 192 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at W W Woodbury Elem School?

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

How does W W Woodbury Elem School rank in IL?

W W Woodbury Elem School ranks #896 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is W W Woodbury Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

W W Woodbury Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 W W Woodbury Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, W W Woodbury Elem School has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is W W Woodbury Elem School a charter school?

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

Is W W Woodbury Elem School a Title I school?

No, W W Woodbury Elem School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for W W Woodbury Elem School?

50.5% of students at W W Woodbury 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
77 Very Walkable
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
192
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers (FTE)
12
Free/Reduced Lunch
50.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
DeKalb County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.0%

District

Sandwich CUSD 430
District Enrollment
1,853
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,175
District Rank
#3 of 6

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