Serving 707 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gilberts Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 707 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gilberts Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Gilberts Elementary School's student population of 707 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
707 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gilberts Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gilberts Elementary School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#834 out of 3426 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)34%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
6%
Hispanic
23%
27%
Black
2%
17%
White
63%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gilberts Elementary School's ranking?
Gilberts Elementary School is ranked #834 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Gilberts Elementary School?
707 students attend Gilberts Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Gilberts Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gilberts Elementary School?
Gilberts Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gilberts Elementary School offer ?
Gilberts Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Gilberts Elementary School part of?
Gilberts Elementary School is part of CUSD 300 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
2024 General Election Day - Offices/Schools Closed
November 05, 2024 (Tuesday)
Fall Break - Offices/Schools Closed
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
District Holiday - Offices/Schools Closed
December 24, 2024 (Tuesday)
District Holiday - Offices/Schools Closed
December 31, 2024 (Tuesday)
Martin Luther King Day - Offices/Schools Closed
January 20, 2025 (Monday)
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