Gallatin Community Unit School District 7 is a school district covering most of Gallatin County, Illinois, United States.
Serving 186 students in grades 5-8, Gallatin Junior 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is higher 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 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 186 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gallatin Junior High School's student population of 186 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
186 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1987
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gallatin Junior 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 Junior High School is 0.06, 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
#1806 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
2%
29%
Black
n/a
16%
White
97%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gallatin Junior High School's ranking?
Gallatin Junior High School is ranked #1806 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Gallatin Junior High School often compared to?
Gallatin Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harrisburg Middle School, Eldorado Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Gallatin Junior High School?
186 students attend Gallatin Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Gallatin Junior High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gallatin Junior High School?
Gallatin Junior High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gallatin Junior High School offer ?
Gallatin Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Gallatin Junior High School part of?
Gallatin Junior High School is part of Gallatin CUSD 7 School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
This school has difficulties due in part to nepotism. This causes a great deal of confusion with setting rules and guidelines. Teachers are not able to meet the needs of children with learning disabilities. I see a great deal of frustration in other parents whether it involves extra-curricular activities or academics.
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