Serving 379 students in grades 4-5, Gardner Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 379 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gardner Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Gardner Elementary School's student population of 379 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
379 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gardner Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gardner Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#554 out of 3663 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
2%
27%
Black
n/a
17%
White
96%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
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 Gardner Elementary School's ranking?
Gardner Elementary School is ranked #554 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Gardner Elementary School?
379 students attend Gardner Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Gardner Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gardner Elementary School?
Gardner Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gardner Elementary School offer ?
Gardner Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Gardner Elementary School part of?
Gardner Elementary School is part of Waterloo CUSD 5 School District.
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