Best Schools in Gifford, Illinois
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Gifford Grade School
Elementary · Gifford Ccsd 188. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$178,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$178,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Gifford
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gifford Grade School | 6.5 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.5/10
- Median household income
- $85,703
- Median home value
- $178,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 22%
- Avg commute
- 24 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 88%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Gifford compares
Median household income
$86k
105% of Illinois median
About Schools in Gifford, Illinois
Gifford, Illinois is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 6.5 out of 10, schools in Gifford show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Gifford is Gifford Grade School with a composite score of 6.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Gifford is served by 1 school district: Gifford CCSD 188. These districts collectively serve 161 students.
Gifford's community shows 22% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $85,703. The poverty rate in the area is 2.9%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 161 students · Kindergarten–8th | 6.5 |
Schools in Gifford
Gifford, Illinois · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$85,703
Median Home Value
$178,300
Median Rent
$883/mo
Population
1,160
College Educated
22%
Homeownership
88%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
2.9%
Community Profile
Gifford has a median household income of $85,703. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $178,300, with a median rent of $883/month. The local poverty rate of 2.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Illinois
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Gifford, Illinois
How many schools are in Gifford, Illinois?
Gifford has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Gifford, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Gifford is 6.5 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Gifford, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Gifford on MySchoolScout is Gifford Grade School with a composite score of 6.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Gifford, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Gifford on MySchoolScout is Gifford Grade School with a composite score of 6.5/10.
How many school districts serve Gifford, Illinois?
Gifford is served by 1 school district: Gifford Ccsd 188.
What is the education level in Gifford, Illinois?
According to Census data, 22% of adults in Gifford have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Gifford, Illinois?
The median household income in Gifford is approximately $85,703 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Gifford, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Gifford is 11.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Gifford, Illinois?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Illinois Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.