Serving 328 students in grades 9-12, Gillespie 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 328 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gillespie High School's attendance zone covers the entire Gillespie school district, encompassing approximately 92.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 5.5 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 7.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gillespie High School's student population of 328 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
328 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gillespie 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 Gillespie High School is 0.10, 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
#1977 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
1%
29%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Black
1%
16%
Showing 2006–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
95%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gillespie High School's ranking?
Gillespie High School is ranked #1977 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Gillespie High School often compared to?
Gillespie High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bunker Hill High School, Staunton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gillespie High School?
The graduation rate of Gillespie High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Gillespie High School?
328 students attend Gillespie High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Gillespie High School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gillespie High School?
Gillespie High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gillespie High School offer ?
Gillespie High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Gillespie High School part of?
Gillespie High School is part of Gillespie CUSD 7 School District.
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