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West Elementary School

1513 State St, Alton, IL 62002, United States

+1 (618) 463-2134

http://altonschools.org/schools/west/index.html

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West Elementary School Overview

About This School

West Elementary School is a public elementary in Alton, Illinois, serving 407 students in grades K2-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate 9% proficiency in ELA. The school maintains a 13:1 student-teacher ratio with a total of 30 teachers on staff. The student body at West Elementary School is composed of 55% male and 45% female students. The demographic breakdown includes 45% White, 29% Black, 17% Two or More Races, and 8% Hispanic students.

407

Total Students

K2-5

13:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

30 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts9%

Mathematics0%

Science0%

School Information

School Type

public

Grade Levels

K2-5

County

Madison County

Students per Counselor

N/A:1

West Elementary School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

English Language Arts

City Avg: 15%State Avg: 28%

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Mathematics

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Science

Class Information

13:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

City Avg: 13.7:1

State Avg: 13.1:1

Students per Counselor

West Elementary School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers

Average Teacher Salary

$N/A

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio13:1

Students per Counselor:1

West Elementary School Student Demographics

Student Body

54.79%

Male

45.21%

Female

Total Enrollment: 407 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White44.96%

Hispanic8.35%

Asian0%

Black29.48%

Two or More Races16.95%

Native American0.25%

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Frequently Asked Questions About West Elementary School

Q: What is West Elementary School?

A: West Elementary School is a elementary public located in Alton.

Q: How many students attend West Elementary School?

A: West Elementary School has approximately 407 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at West Elementary School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at West Elementary School is 13:1.

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Detailed Information about West Elementary School

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: May 2026. See methodology →

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Verified with NCES & state education agency data

About West Elementary School - Alton, IL

Quick Facts about West Elementary School
School Name	West Elementary School
School Type	public
Grade Levels	K2-5
Location	1513 State St, Alton, IL 62002, Alton, IL
County	Madison County
Phone	+1 (618) 463-2134
Total Students	407
Student-Teacher Ratio	13:1
Full-Time Teachers	30
Rating	1/10
ELA Proficiency	9%
Math Proficiency	%
Science Proficiency	%

Frequently Asked Questions about West Elementary School

What is West Elementary School?

West Elementary School is a elementary public located in Alton.

How many students attend West Elementary School?

West Elementary School has approximately 407 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at West Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at West Elementary School is 13:1.

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