Serving 288 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Gordon School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 288 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gordon School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Gordon School's student population of 288 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
288 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Gordon School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gordon School is 0.34, 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
#1843 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
80%
28%
Black
16%
17%
White
2%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Gordon School's ranking?
Gordon School is ranked #1843 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Gordon School often compared to?
Gordon Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Childs Elementary School, Cics - Prairie Campus by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Gordon School?
288 students attend Gordon School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Gordon School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gordon School?
Gordon School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gordon School offer ?
Gordon School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Gordon School part of?
Gordon School is part of Posen-Robbins ESD 143-5 School District.
School Calendar
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Date
First Day of School (Full Day) (Events)
August 18, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of Winter Break (Events)
January 02, 2026 (Friday)
First Day of Spring Break (Events)
April 06, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day of School (Events)
May 28, 2026 (Thursday)
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