Serving 314 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Gallatin Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher 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 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 314 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Gallatin Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Junction, IL school district, covering approximately 334.2 square miles. Families typically face a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 10.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 14 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gallatin Elementary School's student population of 314 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
314 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Gallatin Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gallatin Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#1116 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
1%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
92%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wild Boars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gallatin Elementary School's ranking?
Gallatin Elementary School is ranked #1116 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Gallatin Elementary School often compared to?
Gallatin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eldorado Elementary School, West Side Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Gallatin Elementary School?
314 students attend Gallatin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Gallatin Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gallatin Elementary School?
Gallatin Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gallatin Elementary School offer ?
Gallatin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Gallatin Elementary School part of?
Gallatin Elementary School is part of Gallatin CUSD 7 School District.
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