Serving 298 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, James R Wood Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
James R Wood Elementary School's student population of 298 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 52% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
298 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
James R Wood Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James R Wood Elementary School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1193 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Hispanic
14%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
83%
45%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James R Wood Elementary School's ranking?
James R Wood Elementary School is ranked #1193 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend James R Wood Elementary School?
298 students attend James R Wood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of James R Wood Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James R Wood Elementary School?
James R Wood Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does James R Wood Elementary School offer ?
James R Wood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is James R Wood Elementary School part of?
James R Wood Elementary School is part of Somonauk CUSD 432 School District.
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