Serving 541 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Gower West Elementary School 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 541 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gower West Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Gower West Elementary School's student population of 541 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
541 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gower West Elementary School 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 Gower West Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#39 out of 3663 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
5%
Hispanic
15%
27%
Black
3%
17%
White
59%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
9%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gower West Elementary School's ranking?
Gower West Elementary School is ranked #39 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Gower West Elementary School often compared to?
Gower West Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mark Delay School, Elm Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Gower West Elementary School?
541 students attend Gower West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Gower West Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gower West Elementary School?
Gower West Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gower West Elementary School offer ?
Gower West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Gower West Elementary School part of?
Gower West Elementary School is part of Gower SD 62 School District.
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