What grades does W J Zahnow Elem School serve?

W J Zahnow Elem School is a Primary school serving students in Waterloo, IL. The school is part of the local school district.

Where is W J Zahnow Elem School located?

W J Zahnow Elem School is located at Waterloo, IL in a town area.

What is the student-teacher ratio at W J Zahnow Elem School?

W J Zahnow Elem School has a student-teacher ratio of 14.3:1.

What schools are in Waterloo, IL?

Waterloo, IL is served by the local school district. W J Zahnow Elem School is one of the Primary schools in the area.

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W J Zahnow Elem School — School Calendar 2026-27

Primary|Waterloo, Illinois|Waterloo CUSD 5

Waterloo, IL 62298

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HALF DAY FOR STUDENTSEvent

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Sat

Jr Cheer CampEvent

set up 8am

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School Profile

Grades

PK–1

Enrollment

473

Student:Teacher

14.3:1

Locale

Town

District

Waterloo CUSD 5

Phone

(618)939-3458

School Statistics

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

481

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

100% fully certified

Social Workers

Nurses

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$12,591

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$7,789

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$16,230

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 6%State 30%Local 64%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Community Need Level

Low

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

7.5%

Below 150% poverty line

1.7%

Unemployment rate

2.1%

Uninsured residents

4.3%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

411

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

346

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

73%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

90 (26%)

Other Health Impairment

84 (24%)

Speech/Language Impairment

63 (18%)

Autism

34 (10%)

Intellectual Disability

15 (4%)

Emotional Disturbance

6 (2%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

487

Current enrollment

Stable(+7% 5yr)

Coming Up

Fri, Sep 4, 2026

HALF DAY FOR STUDENTS

Event

Mon, Sep 7, 2026

NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS - LABOR DAY HOLIDAY

Holiday

Fri, Sep 18, 2026

HALF DAY FOR STUDENTS

Event

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Date	Event	Type	Level
Fri, Sep 4, 2026	HALF DAY FOR STUDENTS	Event	—
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS - LABOR DAY HOLIDAY	Holiday	—
Fri, Sep 18, 2026	HALF DAY FOR STUDENTS	Event	—
Sat, Sep 19, 2026	Jr Cheer Camp set up 8am	Event	—
Fri, Oct 9, 2026	NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS - TEACHER INSTITUTE DAY	Staff Day	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS - LABOR DAY HOLIDAY	Holiday	—
Thu, Oct 29, 2026	PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES	Staff Day	—
Thu, Oct 29, 2026	NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS	Event	—
Fri, Oct 30, 2026	PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES	Staff Day	—
Wed, Nov 11, 2026	NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS - VETERANS DAY HOLIDAY	Holiday	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS	Event	—
Fri, Dec 4, 2026	HALF DAY FOR STUDENTS	Event	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS - CHRISTMAS BREAK	Break	—
Mon, Dec 28, 2026	NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS - CHRISTMAS BREAK	Break	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS	Event	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	TEACHER INSTITUTE DAY	Staff Day	—
Fri, Jan 15, 2027	HALF DAY FOR STUDENTS	Event	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS - M.L.K. HOLIDAY	Holiday	—
Fri, Feb 12, 2027	HALF DAY FOR STUDENTS	Event	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS	Event	—
Fri, Mar 19, 2027	HALF DAY FOR STUDENTS	Event	—
Thu, Mar 25, 2027	NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS	Event	—
Mon, Mar 29, 2027	NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS	Event	—
Fri, Apr 16, 2027	HALF DAY FOR STUDENTS	Event	—
Mon, May 17, 2027	TENTATIVE LAST DAY FOR STUDENTS (HALF DAY)	Event	—
Tue, May 18, 2027	POSSIBLE LAST DAY FOR STUDENTS (HALF DAY) IF EMERGENCY DAYS ARE USED	Event	—

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Frequently Asked Questions about W J Zahnow Elem School

W J Zahnow Elem School has a total enrollment of 473 students and serves grades Primary. The school is part of the local school district in Waterloo, IL.