Serving 459 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Gregory Elementary 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 459 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gregory Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Gregory Elementary School's student population of 459 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
459 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gregory Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gregory Elementary School is 0.68, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2641 out of 3663 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
48%
27%
Black
24%
17%
White
17%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gregory Elementary School's ranking?
Gregory Elementary School is ranked #2641 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Gregory Elementary School?
459 students attend Gregory Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Gregory Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 17% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gregory Elementary School?
Gregory Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gregory Elementary School offer ?
Gregory Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Gregory Elementary School part of?
Gregory Elementary School is part of Rockford SD 205 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School - High School Seniors
May 22, 2024 (Wednesday)
Early Childhood Last Day of School
June 07, 2024 (Friday)
K-11 Last Day of School
June 10, 2024 (Monday)
K-12 First Day of School
August 28, 2024 (Wednesday)
Early Childhood First Day of School
August 29, 2024 (Thursday)
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