For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 287 students in Gardner, IL.
The top ranked public schools in Gardner, IL are Gardner Elementary School and Gardner-south Wilmington Twp High 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 23% (versus the 30% 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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Gardner, IL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Gardner Elementary School
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
598 N Elm St
Gardner, IL 60424
(815) 237-2313
Gardner, IL 60424
(815) 237-2313
Grades: PK-8
| 145 students
Rank: #22.
Gardner-south Wilmington Twp High School
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
500 E Main St
Gardner, IL 60424
(815) 237-2176
Gardner, IL 60424
(815) 237-2176
Grades: 9-12
| 142 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Gardner, IL?
The top ranked public schools in Gardner, IL include Gardner Elementary School and Gardner-south Wilmington Twp High School.
How many public schools are located in Gardner?
2 public schools are located in Gardner.
What is the racial composition of students in Gardner?
Gardner public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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