Serving 278 students in grades 9-12, Gcms High School ranks in the top 30% 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 30-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 278 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gcms High School's student population of 278 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
278 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gcms High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gcms High School is 0.21, 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
#1052 out of 3663 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
4%
27%
Black
1%
17%
White
89%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)85-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Gcms High School's ranking?
Gcms High School is ranked #1052 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Gcms High School often compared to?
Gcms High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lexington High School, Eureka High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gcms High School?
The graduation rate of Gcms High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Gcms High School?
278 students attend Gcms High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Gcms High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gcms High School?
Gcms High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gcms High School offer ?
Gcms High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Gcms High School part of?
Gcms High School is part of Gibson City-Melvin-Sibley CUSD 5 School District.
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