Serving 498 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gcms 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 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to 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 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 498 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gcms Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Gcms Elementary School's student population of 498 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
498 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Gcms Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gcms Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#1132 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25-29%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
9%
28%
Black
n/a
16%
White
85%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gcms Elementary School's ranking?
Gcms Elementary School is ranked #1132 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Gcms Elementary School?
498 students attend Gcms Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Gcms Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gcms Elementary School?
Gcms Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gcms Elementary School offer ?
Gcms Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Gcms Elementary School part of?
Gcms Elementary School is part of Gibson City-Melvin-Sibley CUSD 5 School District.
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