For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 590 students in Galena, IL.
The top ranked public elementary school in Galena, IL is Galena Elementary And Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Galena, IL public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in Galena have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Galena, IL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Galena Elementary And Middle School
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
219 Kelly Ln
Galena, IL 61036
(815) 777-2200
Galena, IL 61036
(815) 777-2200
Grades: PK-8
| 590 students
Galena, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1230 Franklin St
Galena, IL 61036
(815) 777-2413
Galena, IL 61036
(815) 777-2413
Grades: 5-8
| 259 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Galena, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Galena, IL include Galena Elementary And Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Galena?
1 public elementary schools are located in Galena.
What is the racial composition of students in Galena?
Galena public elementary schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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