Gallatin Community Unit School District 7 is a school district covering most of Gallatin County, Illinois, United States.
Serving 203 students in grades 9-12, Gallatin High School 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 203 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gallatin High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Junction, IL, encompassing approximately 334.2 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being about 10.5 miles and the furthest point reaching 14 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gallatin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Gallatin High School's student population of 203 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
203 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
1987
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gallatin High School 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 Gallatin High School is 0.08, 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
#2146 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
1%
29%
Black
n/a
16%
White
96%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gallatin High School's ranking?
Gallatin High School is ranked #2146 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Gallatin High School often compared to?
Gallatin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eldorado High School, Harrisburg High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gallatin High School?
The graduation rate of Gallatin High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Gallatin High School?
203 students attend Gallatin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Gallatin High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gallatin High School?
Gallatin High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gallatin High School offer ?
Gallatin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Gallatin High School part of?
Gallatin High School is part of Gallatin CUSD 7 School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
This school has need in every area. Difficulties begin with individual school board members. The members have personal agendas for joining. Mostly, it ensures their family members will be hired as teachers and their children will receive special treatment in academics and athletic programs. This causes a great deal of confusion with rules and guidelines. Recently this also resulted in the loss of our school's band, music, art, foreign language, and all extracurricular activities in favor of boys ball teams.
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