Serving 244 students in grades 6-8, Gillespie Middle 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 29% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 244 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gillespie Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Gillespie, IL, encompassing approximately 92.4 square miles. Parents can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 5.5 miles and the furthest edge located 8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gillespie Middle School's student population of 244 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
244 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gillespie Middle 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 Gillespie Middle School is 0.12, 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
#1730 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
1%
29%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
16%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
94%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
43%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
4%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gillespie Middle School's ranking?
Gillespie Middle School is ranked #1730 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?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Gillespie Middle School?
244 students attend Gillespie Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Gillespie Middle School students are White, 3% 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 Middle School?
Gillespie Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gillespie Middle School offer ?
Gillespie Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Gillespie Middle School part of?
Gillespie Middle School is part of Gillespie CUSD 7 School District.
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