Gale School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 25-29% (which was lower than the Illinois state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 35-39% (which was approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 38%).
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% IL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% IL state average).
How many students attend Gale School?
297 students attend Gale School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Gale School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What grades does Gale School offer ?
Gale School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
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