Serving 450 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Peter M Gombert Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher 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 76% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 450 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Peter M Gombert Elementary School serves the southwest part of Aurora, IL, covering an area of approximately 0.7 square miles. Families within the zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Peter M Gombert Elementary School's student population of 450 students has grown by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
450 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspire all students to achieve their greatest potential
School Rankings
Peter M Gombert Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Peter M Gombert Elementary School is 0.78, which is more 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
#823 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
27%
6%
Hispanic
26%
29%
Black
17%
16%
White
24%
45%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peter M Gombert Elementary School's ranking?
Peter M Gombert Elementary School is ranked #823 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Peter M Gombert Elementary School often compared to?
Peter M Gombert Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Georgetown Elementary School, Mccarty Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Peter M Gombert Elementary School?
450 students attend Peter M Gombert Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
27% of Peter M Gombert Elementary School students are Asian, 26% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Peter M Gombert Elementary School?
Peter M Gombert Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Peter M Gombert Elementary School offer ?
Peter M Gombert Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Peter M Gombert Elementary School part of?
Peter M Gombert Elementary School is part of Indian Prairie CUSD 204 School District.
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