For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 712 students in Gibson City, IL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Gibson City, IL are Gcms Middle School and Gcms Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Gibson City, IL public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in Gibson City have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Gibson City, IL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Gcms Middle School
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
316 E 19th St
Gibson City, IL 60936
(217) 784-8731
Gibson City, IL 60936
(217) 784-8731
Grades: 6-8
| 214 students
Rank: #22.
Gcms Elementary School
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
902 N Church St
Gibson City, IL 60936
(217) 784-4278
Gibson City, IL 60936
(217) 784-4278
Grades: PK-5
| 498 students
Gibson City, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
112 West 12th St
Gibson City, IL 60936
(217) 784-8505
Gibson City, IL 60936
(217) 784-8505
Grades: PK
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Gibson City, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Gibson City, IL include Gcms Middle School and Gcms Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Gibson City?
2 public elementary schools are located in Gibson City.
What is the racial composition of students in Gibson City?
Gibson City public elementary schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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