Serving 277 students in grades 5-8, Reservoir Gifted School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (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 Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 277 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Reservoir Gifted School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Reservoir Gifted School's student population of 277 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
277 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Reservoir Gifted School ranks within the top 1% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Reservoir Gifted School is 0.57, 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
#8 out of 3426 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)79%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
7%
27%
Black
14%
17%
White
63%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Reservoir Gifted School's ranking?
Reservoir Gifted School is ranked #8 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Reservoir Gifted School often compared to?
Reservoir Gifted Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dunlap Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Reservoir Gifted School?
277 students attend Reservoir Gifted School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Reservoir Gifted School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Reservoir Gifted School?
Reservoir Gifted School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Reservoir Gifted School offer ?
Reservoir Gifted School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Reservoir Gifted School part of?
Reservoir Gifted School is part of Peoria SD 150 School District.
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