Serving 622 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Seth Whitman 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 28% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 622 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Seth Whitman Elementary School's student population of 622 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
622 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Seth Whitman 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 Seth Whitman Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#1360 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
40%
29%
Black
3%
16%
White
53%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Seth Whitman Elementary School's ranking?
Seth Whitman Elementary School is ranked #1360 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?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Seth Whitman Elementary School?
622 students attend Seth Whitman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Seth Whitman Elementary School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Seth Whitman Elementary School?
Seth Whitman Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Seth Whitman Elementary School offer ?
Seth Whitman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Seth Whitman Elementary School part of?
Seth Whitman Elementary School is part of Belvidere CUSD 100 School District.
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