Serving 164 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Galatia Elementary 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 164 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Galatia Elementary School's student population of 164 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
164 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Galatia Elementary 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 Galatia Elementary School is 0.13, which is less 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
#2315 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
1%
28%
Black
3%
17%
White
93%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Galatia Community Unit School District 1
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bearcats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Galatia Elementary School's ranking?
Galatia Elementary School is ranked #2315 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Galatia Elementary School?
164 students attend Galatia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Galatia Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Galatia Elementary School?
Galatia Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Galatia Elementary School offer ?
Galatia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Galatia Elementary School part of?
Galatia Elementary School is part of Galatia Community Unit School District 1.
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