Serving 489 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 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). 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 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 489 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: GCMS Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Gibson City, IL, encompassing approximately 222.9 square miles, with a typical drive to the school taking 15-20 minutes and the furthest edge located 13.6 miles away.
- 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
School Overview
Gcms Elementary School's student population of 489 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
489 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gcms 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 Gcms Elementary School is 0.28, 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
#1140 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
16%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and Black
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 #1140 out of 3,542 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% 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?
489 students attend Gcms Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Gcms Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gcms Elementary School?
Gcms Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, 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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