Serving 683 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Gwendolyn Brooks Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 683 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gwendolyn Brooks Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Gwendolyn Brooks Elementary School's student population of 683 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
683 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Motto
Inspire all students to achieve their greatest potential
School Rankings
Gwendolyn Brooks Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gwendolyn Brooks Elementary School is 0.69, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#281 out of 3542 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
48%
6%
Hispanic
15%
29%
Black
8%
16%
White
23%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Indian Prairie CUSD 204 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Grizzlies
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gwendolyn Brooks Elementary School's ranking?
Gwendolyn Brooks Elementary School is ranked #281 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Gwendolyn Brooks Elementary School often compared to?
Gwendolyn Brooks Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nancy Young Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Gwendolyn Brooks Elementary School?
683 students attend Gwendolyn Brooks Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Gwendolyn Brooks Elementary School students are Asian, 23% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gwendolyn Brooks Elementary School?
Gwendolyn Brooks Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gwendolyn Brooks Elementary School offer ?
Gwendolyn Brooks Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Gwendolyn Brooks Elementary School part of?
Gwendolyn Brooks Elementary School is part of Indian Prairie CUSD 204 School District.
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