Serving 415 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Peter M Gombert Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher 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 74% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 415 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Peter M Gombert Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Peter M Gombert Elementary School's student population of 415 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
415 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspire all students to achieve their greatest potential
School Rankings
Peter M Gombert Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Peter M Gombert Elementary School is 0.78, which is more 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
#823 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
27%
6%
Hispanic
26%
28%
Black
13%
16%
White
26%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Peter M Gombert Elementary School's ranking?
Peter M Gombert Elementary School is ranked #823 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Peter M Gombert Elementary School often compared to?
Peter M Gombert Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Georgetown Elementary School, Mccarty Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Peter M Gombert Elementary School?
415 students attend Peter M Gombert Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
27% of Peter M Gombert Elementary School students are Asian, 26% of students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Peter M Gombert Elementary School?
Peter M Gombert Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Peter M Gombert Elementary School offer ?
Peter M Gombert Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Peter M Gombert Elementary School part of?
Peter M Gombert Elementary School is part of Indian Prairie CUSD 204 School District.
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