Wilson Elementary School

422 West 16th Place

School District

Chicago Heights 170
Grade

K-5
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:11
Type

public

School Map for Chicago Heights School District 170

GreatSchools Rating

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Reviews

Submitted by other on December 10, 2021

I was a student at that school for five years. All teachers are amazing and I have learned a lot there. Mr. Banks was an amazing principle . He was very nice . I recommend this school because if i had a good time in my opinion I believe that others should too.
Submitted by parent on April 27, 2017

This is a great school complete with dedicated, caring teachers. While the ranking is certainly important, be careful not to be misled by it. Also, please note that the false "labels" often attributed to an entire community (and thus its people) can often impact the ranking.My son and daughter represent 12+ collective years at Wilson. In that timeframe, we have only seen the school continue to grow. If you are an active parent who believes the teachers are there to support, not "fill-in" for you, you'll find this school has much to offer. Great technology resources, clean and bright settings, nice support staff and teachers who care about the community they serve. Just as importantly, the principal and his leadership team go out of their way to involve parents. The school district has also poured many resources and programs into the school over the years.One of the biggest challenges this school faces is increasing its standardized test scores. The scores have grown over the years, but perhaps not enough yet to effect the Great Schools ranking. That said, this is where the school, kids and parents have to step up TOGETHER. Perhaps more should be done to educate parents and students about the connection between these tests, state/federal school funding models and the tax payer. Too often, entire cities like Chicago Heights are labeled as "bad," which implies the people of the community are "bad" too. Like any community, Chi Heights has its challenges. However, Wilson School is not one of them.
Submitted by other on April 04, 2014

This school is not bad at all and has improved a LOT over the years.Principal does a great job.Its the parents fault their kids are failing.Teachers are nice and teach right stuff for kids. 5 stars
Submitted by other on March 21, 2014

Wilson is a cutting edge school with a caring staff that is highly dedicated to all their students. I have witnessed dramatic, positive changes in this school over the last 5 years. The public should be made aware of this.
Submitted by other on August 12, 2013

My name is Tiauna Lee I'm going to be a new student this year I'm going to fifth grade I hope it good because I used to go to Garfield and it was great so I don't want to start out good at another school and then do bad here I never been to this school so I rated it 1 star because I don't know how it is
Submitted by parent on April 29, 2013

This school is something else. Its pretty sad that a TEACHER picks on a child!