Serving 154 students in grades 1-3, Iroquois West Elementary School/gilman ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 1-3
- Enrollment: 154 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Iroquois West Elementary School/gilman ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Iroquois West Elementary School/gilman's student population of 154 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-3
Total Students
154 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Iroquois West Elementary School/gilman ranks within the top 5% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Iroquois West Elementary School/gilman is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#82 out of 3663 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
32%
27%
Black
1%
17%
White
64%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Iroquois West Elementary School/gilman's ranking?
Iroquois West Elementary School/gilman is ranked #82 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Iroquois West Elementary School/gilman?
154 students attend Iroquois West Elementary School/gilman.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Iroquois West Elementary School/gilman students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Iroquois West Elementary School/gilman?
Iroquois West Elementary School/gilman has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Iroquois West Elementary School/gilman offer ?
Iroquois West Elementary School/gilman offers enrollment in grades 1-3
What school district is Iroquois West Elementary School/gilman part of?
Iroquois West Elementary School/gilman is part of Iroquois West CUSD 10 School District.
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