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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: 1-3
- Enrollment: 155 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 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:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Iroquois West Elementary School/gilman's student population of 155 students has declined by 21% 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
School Calendar
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.
Overall Testing Rank
#317 out of 3542 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
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
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 CUSD 10 School District.
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