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Gordon School

Elementary School · Posen-Robbins ESD 143-5

14100 S Harrison Ave, Posen, IL 60469

Enrollment

288

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#2,027 of 3,813

In Posen

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#2 of 5

Posen-Robbins ESD 143-5

School environment

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Gordon School

6.1/10

Elementary School in Posen · grades Kindergarten – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Gordon School

Gordon School is a public elementary school in Posen, IL, part of Posen-Robbins ESD 143-5. Gordon School serves approximately 288 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Gordon School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,027 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Gordon School show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.6Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.66 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency5% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency16% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)10% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+5.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile50th
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,605
Chronic Absenteeism18.1%

Gordon School — Students at Gordon School score 16% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 10%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

85.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 44.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 39.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
87%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
15%
2021*
Math
5%
ELA
15%
2022
ELA
27%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.6/10.

How Gordon School Compares

See how Gordon School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.1/10
47th percentile in IL
Academic
6.5/10
Average
Growth
4.6/10
Below Average
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
85%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.1%

Location

14100 S Harrison Ave, Posen, IL 60469

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Gordon School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lincoln Elem School (rated 7.3/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Blue Island), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST WALTER ST BENEDICT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Blue Island), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Posen Elem School (rated 6.2/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Posen, see our Posen schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Posen Elem School Posen 0.5 mi 6.2
ACADEMIC MASTERY ACADEMY Posen 0.5 mi
ACADEMIC MASTERY ACADEMY Posen 0.5 mi
ALTERNATIVE ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT ACADEMY Blue Island 0.8 mi 5.4
Horace Mann School Blue Island 1.0 mi 5.9
Childs Elem School Robbins 0.8 mi 5.6
Kellar School Robbins 0.8 mi 5.0
Spaulding School Midlothian 1.1 mi 4.9
Whittier Elementary School Blue Island 1.4 mi 4.3
Lincoln Elem School Blue Island 1.2 mi 7.3
Everett F Kerr Middle School Blue Island 1.6 mi 5.3
ST WALTER ST BENEDICT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Blue Island 1.5 mi 6.8
Martin L King Elem School Dixmoor 1.3 mi 3.5
Rosa L Parks Middle School Dixmoor 1.4 mi 4.1
Lincoln Elem School Dixmoor 1.3 mi 3.3
DD Eisenhower High Sch (Campus) Blue Island 1.8 mi 6.6
Central Park Elem School Midlothian 1.7 mi 3.7
Springfield Elem School Midlothian 1.6 mi 5.2
Turner Elem School Crestwood 1.6 mi 5.6
George Washington Elementary Sch Alsip 2.1 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60469 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,041

Median Home Value

$173,900

Median Rent

$1,478/mo

Population

5,295

College Educated

13%

Homeownership

71.3%

Avg Commute

29.2 min

Poverty Rate

5.8%

Median Age

32.9

Similar Schools

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School Rating
CHRIST THE KING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Springfield, IL 6.1
Cobden Elem School Cobden, IL 6.1
FRASSATI CATHOLIC ACADEMY Wauconda, IL 6.1
Grant Park Elem School Grant Park, IL 6.1
HILLEL TORAH NORTH SUBURBAN DAY SCHOOL Skokie, IL 6.1
Highland Elem School Downers Grove, IL 6.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Gordon School

What grades does Gordon School serve?

Gordon School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.

How many students attend Gordon School?

Gordon School has an enrollment of approximately 288 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Gordon School?

The student-teacher ratio at Gordon School is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Gordon School rank in IL?

Gordon School ranks #2,027 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Gordon School's MySchoolScout rating?

Gordon School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Gordon School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Gordon School has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Gordon School a charter school?

No, Gordon School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Gordon School a Title I school?

No, Gordon School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gordon School?

85.1% of students at Gordon School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
22 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
288
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
85.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.1%

District

Posen-Robbins ESD 143-5
District Enrollment
1,235
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,605
District Rank
#2 of 5

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