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William Holliday Elem School

Elementary School · Pontiac-W Holliday SD 105

400 Joseph Dr, Fairview Heights, IL 62208

Enrollment

410

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

4.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#3,161 of 3,813

In Fairview Heights

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#2 of 2

Pontiac-W Holliday SD 105

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William Holliday Elem School

4.7/10

Elementary School in Fairview Heights · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.4/10

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About William Holliday Elem School

William Holliday Elem School is a public elementary school in Fairview Heights, IL, part of Pontiac-W Holliday SD 105. William Holliday Elem School serves approximately 410 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. William Holliday Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #3,161 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for William Holliday Elem School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.5 pts below IL schools
  • This school 4.7 · Below Average
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.4Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-6.1 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency23% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency18% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)22% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-4.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile38th
Resources & Environment6.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,460
Chronic Absenteeism24.9%

William Holliday Elem School — Students at William Holliday Elem School score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

60.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 47.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 47.3% (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
89%
ELA
81%
2010
Math
91%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
94%
ELA
84%
2012
Math
59%
ELA
66%
2013
Math
66%
ELA
64%
2014
Math
31%
ELA
33%
2015
Math
33%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
30%
ELA
43%
2017
Math
34%
ELA
40%
2018
Math
31%
ELA
40%
2019
Math
31%
ELA
40%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2022
ELA
23%

* 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: 3.4/10.

How William Holliday Elem School Compares

See how William Holliday Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.7/10
17th percentile in IL
Academic
5.5/10
Average
Growth
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.6/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
61%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.9%

Location

400 Joseph Dr, Fairview Heights, IL 62208

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering William Holliday Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. J Emmett Hinchcliffe Sr Elem Sch (rated 7.5/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby O Fallon), which scores notably higher. Another option is ELITE SCHOLARS STEAM ACADEMY (rated 6.9/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Swansea), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Marie Schaefer Elem School (rated 6.8/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby O Fallon), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fairview Heights, see our Fairview Heights schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Pontiac Jr High School Fairview Heights 0.2 mi 6.4
ILLINOIS CENTER FOR AUTISM Fairview Heights 1.1 mi 7.5
Joseph Arthur Middle School O Fallon 1.2 mi 4.2
HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fairview Heights 1.6 mi 6.5
Dawn Elser Elementary School O Fallon 1.5 mi 4.5
Wolf Branch Elem School Swansea 1.9 mi 6.7
Wolf Branch Middle School Swansea 2.2 mi 8.1
ELITE SCHOLARS STEAM ACADEMY Swansea 2.4 mi 6.9
Grant Middle School Fairview Heights 2.2 mi 4.5
Whiteside Elem School Belleville 3.3 mi 5.1
West Jr High School Belleville 3.1 mi 5.5
Abraham Lincoln Elem School Belleville 3.2 mi 3.3
High Mount Elem School Swansea 3.5 mi 4.7
Illini Elem School Fairview Heights 3.2 mi 5.8
METRO-EAST ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Caseyville 3.7 mi
Whiteside Middle School Belleville 3.4 mi 5.0
ST TERESA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Belleville 3.8 mi 6.6
J Emmett Hinchcliffe Sr Elem Sch O Fallon 3.1 mi 7.5
Jefferson Elem School Belleville 3.9 mi 6.3
Marie Schaefer Elem School O Fallon 3.3 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 62208 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$78,423

Median Home Value

$167,900

Median Rent

$1,222/mo

Population

16,653

College Educated

30.8%

Homeownership

64.3%

Avg Commute

23.1 min

Poverty Rate

9.4%

Median Age

40.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Bennett Elem School Chicago, IL 4.7
Channing Memorial Elem School Elgin, IL 4.7
Diekman Elem School Dolton, IL 4.7
Ellington Elem School Chicago, IL 4.7
Fullerton Elem School Addison, IL 4.7
Glen Carbon Elem School Glen Carbon, IL 4.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about William Holliday Elem School

What grades does William Holliday Elem School serve?

William Holliday Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend William Holliday Elem School?

William Holliday Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 410 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at William Holliday Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at William Holliday Elem School is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does William Holliday Elem School rank in IL?

William Holliday Elem School ranks #3,161 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is William Holliday Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

William Holliday Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 William Holliday Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, William Holliday Elem School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is William Holliday Elem School a charter school?

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

Is William Holliday Elem School a Title I school?

No, William Holliday Elem School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for William Holliday Elem School?

60.5% of students at William Holliday 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
38 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
30 Some Transit
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
410
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
60.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
St. Clair County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.9%

District

Pontiac-W Holliday SD 105
District Enrollment
628
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,460
District Rank
#2 of 2

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