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2 schools in Wadsworth

Illinois · Public K-12

Across the city, Wadsworth hosts 2 public K-12 schools teaching roughly 715 Illinois students (about 358 per campus).

7-year change in Wadsworth

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
715
-77 (-10%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
2
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
14%
was 21%
% Hispanic
51%
was 40%
% Black
25%
was 27%
% Asian
4%
was 5%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Newport Elem SchoolElementaryKG-05261
Prairie Trail SchoolElementary03-05454

About Wadsworth

Wadsworth, Illinois is home to 2 public schools, with combined enrollment of approximately 715 students. By school count, it is a compact city.

Average school size in Wadsworth is around 358 students, 25% below the Illinois average of about 480.

Trend over the past 7 years. Combined enrollment now sits at 715 students, decreased 10% from the 792 reported in SY 2017-18. The Hispanic share of public-school enrollment increased from 40% to 51%.

On allk12, the community for Wadsworth discusses open enrollment windows, redistricting talk, and busing logistics. Parents, students, and educators in the area can post or comment.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools are in Wadsworth, Illinois?
There are 2 public K-12 schools in Wadsworth, with a combined enrollment of about 715.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Wadsworth?
Wadsworth has 2 elementary public schools.
What is the largest public school in Wadsworth?
Prairie Trail School is the largest public school in Wadsworth by enrollment, with approximately 454 students.
What school districts serve Wadsworth?
Wadsworth is served by 2 public school districts, including Beach Park CCSD 3, Gurnee SD 56.
What grade levels do public schools in Wadsworth cover?
Public schools in Wadsworth serve students from kindergarten through grade 5.