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Woodrow Wilson Middle School

Middle School · Moline-Coal Valley CUSD 40

1301 48th St, Moline, IL 61265

Enrollment

866

Student-Teacher

16.7:1

Score

3.6

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#3,642 of 3,813

In Moline

#10 of 13

public schools

In district

#11 of 14

Moline-Coal Valley CUSD 40

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3.6/10

Middle School in Moline · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Woodrow Wilson Middle School

Woodrow Wilson Middle School is a public middle school in Moline, IL, part of Moline-Coal Valley CUSD 40. Woodrow Wilson Middle School serves approximately 866 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodrow Wilson Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,642 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Woodrow Wilson Middle School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 3.6
  • IL avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

32% of students at Woodrow Wilson Middle 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.9Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-6.33 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.0Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency13% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency19% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency16% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)22% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-5.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile31th
Resources & Environment2.9Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,998
Chronic Absenteeism32.1%

Woodrow Wilson Middle School — Students at Woodrow Wilson Middle School score 16% 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%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 39.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 41.2% (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
86%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
86%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
83%
ELA
79%
2012
Math
59%
ELA
51%
2013
Math
59%
ELA
53%
2014
Math
19%
ELA
30%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
25%
2016
Math
20%
ELA
30%
2017
Math
20%
ELA
26%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
28%
2019
Math
17%
ELA
28%
2020*
Math
13%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
13%
ELA
22%
2022
ELA
19%

* 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: 2.9/10.

How Woodrow Wilson Middle School Compares

See how Woodrow Wilson Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.6/10
5th percentile in IL
Academic
5.0/10
Average
Growth
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
2.9/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
60%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
52 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
32.1%

Location

1301 48th St, Moline, IL 61265

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Woodrow Wilson Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Riverdale Heights Elem School (rated 8.1/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Bettendorf), which scores notably higher. Another option is OUR LADY OF GRACE (rated 8.0/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby East Moline), which scores notably higher. Additionally, RIVERMONT COLLEGIATE (rated 8.0/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Bettendorf), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Moline, see our Moline schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
VILLA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Moline 0.5 mi
George Washington Elem School Moline 0.4 mi 4.2
Benjamin Franklin Elem School Moline 0.5 mi 4.1
Roosevelt Elem School Moline 0.9 mi 3.3
Moline Sr High School Moline 1.0 mi 6.5
Wells Elem School East Moline 1.2 mi 6.6
Hillcrest Elem School East Moline 1.3 mi 4.0
Jane Addams Elementary School Moline 1.7 mi 5.6
Jefferson Early Childhood Ctr Moline 1.5 mi 5.1
Glenview Middle School East Moline 1.4 mi 5.7
OUR LADY OF GRACE East Moline 1.6 mi 8.0
Butterworth Elem School Moline 2.0 mi 5.9
Logan Elem School Moline 1.5 mi 3.9
Ridgewood Elem School East Moline 1.5 mi 4.8
Neil Armstrong Elementary School Bettendorf 2.4 mi 6.3
United Twp High School East Moline 2.0 mi 4.3
Willard Elem School Moline 2.1 mi 2.7
RIVERMONT COLLEGIATE Bettendorf 2.8 mi 8.0
SETON CATHOLIC SCHOOL Moline 2.4 mi 4.9
Riverdale Heights Elem School Bettendorf 3.3 mi 8.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 61265 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,910

Median Home Value

$142,300

Median Rent

$890/mo

Population

43,851

College Educated

28.4%

Homeownership

66.4%

Avg Commute

18.9 min

Poverty Rate

16%

Median Age

38.9

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Abraham Lincoln Middle School Rockford, IL 3.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Woodrow Wilson Middle School

What grades does Woodrow Wilson Middle School serve?

Woodrow Wilson Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Woodrow Wilson Middle School?

Woodrow Wilson Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 866 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodrow Wilson Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Woodrow Wilson Middle School is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Woodrow Wilson Middle School rank in IL?

Woodrow Wilson Middle School ranks #3,642 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Woodrow Wilson Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Woodrow Wilson Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 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 Woodrow Wilson Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodrow Wilson Middle School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Woodrow Wilson Middle School a charter school?

No, Woodrow Wilson Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Woodrow Wilson Middle School a Title I school?

No, Woodrow Wilson Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Woodrow Wilson Middle School?

60.0% of students at Woodrow Wilson Middle 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
24 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
35 Some Transit
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
866
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
52
Free/Reduced Lunch
60.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Rock Island County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
32.1%

District

Moline-Coal Valley CUSD 40
District Enrollment
7,254
Schools in District
15
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,998
District Rank
#11 of 14

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