Best Gardner Public Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 315 students in Gardner, IL.
The top ranked public schools in Gardner, IL are Gardner-south Wilmington Twp High School and Gardner Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Gardner, IL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Illinois public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 31% statewide average). Schools in Gardner have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Gardner, IL (2024)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Gardner-south Wilmington Twp High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
500 E Main St
Gardner, IL 60424
(815) 237-2176
Grades: 9-12
| 165 students
Rank: #22.
Gardner Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
598 N Elm St
Gardner, IL 60424
(815) 237-2313
Grades: PK-8
| 150 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in Gardner, IL?
The top ranked public schools in Gardner, IL include Gardner-south Wilmington Twp High School and Gardner Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Gardner, IL?
2 public schools are located in Gardner, IL.
What is the racial composition of students in Gardner, IL?
Gardner, IL public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

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