Serving 176 students in grades Kindergarten-1, Gilson Brown 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 176 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24%
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gilson Brown Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Gilson Brown Elementary School's student population of 176 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-1
Total Students
176 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Gilson Brown Elementary School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)20-24%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)25-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
8%
29%
Black
32%
16%
White
45%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Gilson Brown Elementary School often compared to?
Gilson Brown Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lewis & Clark Elementary School, North Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% IL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% IL state average).
How many students attend Gilson Brown Elementary School?
176 students attend Gilson Brown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Gilson Brown Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gilson Brown Elementary School?
Gilson Brown Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gilson Brown Elementary School offer ?
Gilson Brown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-1
What school district is Gilson Brown Elementary School part of?
Gilson Brown Elementary School is part of Alton CUSD 11 School District.
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