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Iroquois West Elementary School/gilman

215 E 2nd St
Gilman, IL 60938
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 10%
Serving 155 students in grades 1-3, Iroquois West Elementary School/gilman ranks in the top 10% 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 70-79% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 1-3
  • Enrollment: 155 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 39%
  • : Top 10% in IL
  • : 70-79% (Top 1%)
  • : 40-49% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Iroquois West Elementary School/gilman ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:

School Overview

Iroquois West Elementary School/gilman's student population of 155 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-3
Total Students
155 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Iroquois West Gilman and Danforth Elementary Schools will provide safe and secure environments while promoting the success of every student in becoming a life-long learner and productive citizen.

School Rankings

Iroquois West Elementary School/gilman ranks within the top 10% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Iroquois West Elementary School/gilman is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (IL)
#317 out of 3542 schools
(Top 10%)
70-79%
27%
40-49%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
35%
28%
Black
n/a
17%
White
61%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.51
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
4%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Iroquois West Elementary School/gilman's ranking?
Iroquois West Elementary School/gilman is ranked #317 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Iroquois West Elementary School/gilman?
155 students attend Iroquois West Elementary School/gilman.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Iroquois West Elementary School/gilman students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Iroquois West Elementary School/gilman?
Iroquois West Elementary School/gilman has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Iroquois West Elementary School/gilman offer ?
Iroquois West Elementary School/gilman offers enrollment in grades 1-3
What school district is Iroquois West Elementary School/gilman part of?
Iroquois West Elementary School/gilman is part of Iroquois West Community Unit School District 10.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 1-3
  • Enrollment: 155 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 39%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 70-79% (Top 1%)
  • : 40-49% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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