Serving 308 students in grades 5-8, Reservoir Gifted School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 308 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Washington Gifted School encompasses the entire school district in Peoria, IL, covering approximately 38.4 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 8.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Reservoir Gifted School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Reservoir Gifted School's student population of 308 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
308 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Reservoir Gifted School ranks within the top 1% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Reservoir Gifted School is 0.65, which is less 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
#20 out of 3542 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
54%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
15%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
3%
Showing 2004–2014. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Reservoir Gifted School's ranking?
Reservoir Gifted School is ranked #20 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Reservoir Gifted School often compared to?
Reservoir Gifted Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dunlap Middle School, Von Steuben Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Reservoir Gifted School?
308 students attend Reservoir Gifted School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Reservoir Gifted School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 15% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Reservoir Gifted School?
Reservoir Gifted School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Reservoir Gifted School offer ?
Reservoir Gifted School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Reservoir Gifted School part of?
Reservoir Gifted School is part of Peoria SD 150 School District.
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