For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 767 students in Gillespie, IL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Gillespie, IL are Gillespie Middle School and Ben-gil Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Gillespie, IL public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in Gillespie have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Gillespie, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gillespie Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
412 Oregon St
Gillespie, IL 62033
(217) 839-2116
Gillespie, IL 62033
(217) 839-2116
Gr: 6-8 | 244 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Ben-gil Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
340 Kelly St
Gillespie, IL 62033
(217) 839-4828
Gillespie, IL 62033
(217) 839-4828
Gr: PK-5 | 523 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Gillespie, IL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Gillespie, IL include Gillespie Middle School and Ben-gil Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Gillespie?
2 public elementary schools are located in Gillespie.
What is the racial composition of students in Gillespie?
Gillespie public elementary schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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