Serving 542 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Annie Jo Gordon Comm Lrning Center ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 3% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 4% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 542 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Annie Jo Gordon Comm Lrning Center's student population of 542 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
542 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Annie Jo Gordon Comm Lrning Center ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Annie Jo Gordon Comm Lrning Center is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3500 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
33%
29%
Black
55%
16%
White
6%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
27%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Annie Jo Gordon Comm Lrning Center's ranking?
Annie Jo Gordon Comm Lrning Center is ranked #3500 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 4% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Annie Jo Gordon Comm Lrning Center?
542 students attend Annie Jo Gordon Comm Lrning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Annie Jo Gordon Comm Lrning Center students are Black, 33% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Annie Jo Gordon Comm Lrning Center?
Annie Jo Gordon Comm Lrning Center has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Annie Jo Gordon Comm Lrning Center offer ?
Annie Jo Gordon Comm Lrning Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Annie Jo Gordon Comm Lrning Center part of?
Annie Jo Gordon Comm Lrning Center is part of Peoria SD 150 School District.
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