For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 983 students in 60936, IL.
The top ranked public schools in 60936, IL are Gcms Middle School, Gcms Elementary School and Gcms High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60936 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60936, IL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60936, IL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Gcms Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
316 E 19th St
Gibson City, IL 60936
(217) 784-8731
Gibson City, IL 60936
(217) 784-8731
Grades: 6-8
| 214 students
Rank: #22.
Gcms Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
902 N Church St
Gibson City, IL 60936
(217) 784-4278
Gibson City, IL 60936
(217) 784-4278
Grades: PK-5
| 498 students
Rank: #33.
Gcms High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
815 N Church St
Gibson City, IL 60936
(217) 784-4292
Gibson City, IL 60936
(217) 784-4292
Grades: 9-12
| 271 students
60936, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
112 West 12th St
Gibson City, IL 60936
(217) 784-8505
Gibson City, IL 60936
(217) 784-8505
Grades: PK
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 60936, IL?
The top ranked public schools in 60936, IL include Gcms Middle School, Gcms Elementary School and Gcms High School.
How many public schools are located in 60936?
3 public schools are located in 60936.
What is the racial composition of students in 60936?
60936 public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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