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#1637 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 43% in state
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West Side Primary School
Elementary School · Harrisburg CUSD 3
411 W Lincoln St, Harrisburg, IL 62946
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on IL statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
407
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
407
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#1,637 of 3,813
In Harrisburg
#3 of 5
public schools
In district
#2 of 4
Harrisburg CUSD 3
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West Side Primary School
Elementary School in Harrisburg · grades Kindergarten – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About West Side Primary School
West Side Primary School is a public elementary school in Harrisburg, IL, part of Harrisburg CUSD 3. West Side Primary School serves approximately 407 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. West Side Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,637 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at West Side Primary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How West Side Primary School Compares
See how West Side Primary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
411 W Lincoln St, Harrisburg, IL 62946
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering West Side Primary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Gallatin Elementary School (rated 6.6/10, 14.8 miles away, in nearby Junction), with a very similar rating. Another option is Carrier Mills-Stonefort Elem Sch (rated 5.4/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Carrier Mills), a more accessible option. Additionally, East Side Intermediate School (rated 4.9/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Harrisburg, see our Harrisburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Harrisburg High School Harrisburg | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| East Side Intermediate School Harrisburg | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| School District 428 IYC-HRB Harrisburg | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| NEW HOPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF SOUTHERN ILLINOIS Harrisburg | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Bulldog Early Learning Academy Harrisburg | 1.7 mi | — |
| Harrisburg Middle School Harrisburg | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Carrier Mills-Stonefort Elem Sch Carrier Mills | 5.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Carrier Mills-Stonefort H S Carrier Mills | 5.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Galatia Jr High Galatia | 8.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Galatia High School Galatia | 8.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Galatia Grade School Annex Galatia | 8.2 mi | — |
| Galatia Elem School Galatia | 8.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Eldorado Middle School Eldorado | 8.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Eldorado High School Eldorado | 8.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Eldorado Elem School Eldorado | 8.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Lincoln Elem School Pittsburg | 14.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Crab Orchard High School Marion | 14.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Crab Orchard Elementary School Marion | 14.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Gallatin High School Junction | 14.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Gallatin Elementary School Junction | 14.8 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 62946 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,551
Median Home Value
$97,500
Median Rent
$740/mo
Population
11,465
College Educated
23.3%
Homeownership
69.4%
Avg Commute
18.5 min
Poverty Rate
20%
Median Age
42.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ben-Gil Elementary School Gillespie, IL | 6.5 |
| Brennemann Elem School Chicago, IL | 6.5 |
| Briar Glen Elem School Wheaton, IL | 6.5 |
| CHRIST THE KING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chicago, IL | 6.5 |
| CICS - Avalon/South Shore Chicago, IL | 6.5 |
| CICS - Basil Campus Chicago, IL | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about West Side Primary School
What grades does West Side Primary School serve?
West Side Primary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.
How many students attend West Side Primary School?
West Side Primary School has an enrollment of approximately 407 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at West Side Primary School?
The student-teacher ratio at West Side Primary School is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does West Side Primary School rank in IL?
West Side Primary School ranks #1,637 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is West Side Primary School's MySchoolScout rating?
West Side Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is West Side Primary School a charter school?
No, West Side Primary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is West Side Primary School a Title I school?
No, West Side Primary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for West Side Primary School?
61.2% of students at West Side Primary 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 407
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Saline County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.4%
- Phone
- (618) 253-7637
Resources & Links
District
Harrisburg CUSD 3- District Enrollment
- 1,788
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,670
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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