Below Average
#3076 of 3,813 schools in IL
King School
Elementary School · Galesburg CUSD 205
1018 S Farnham St, Galesburg, IL 61401
Enrollment
525
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
525
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,076 of 3,813
In Galesburg
#4 of 6
public schools
In district
#4 of 6
Galesburg CUSD 205
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King School
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About King School
King School is a public elementary school in Galesburg, IL, part of Galesburg CUSD 205. King School serves approximately 525 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. King School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,076 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for King School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 5.4
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at King School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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King School — Students at King School score 12% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 10%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 4.7/10.
How King School Compares
See how King School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1018 S Farnham St, Galesburg, IL 61401
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering King School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hedding Grade Sch (rated 8.1/10, 9.4 miles away, in nearby Abingdon), which scores notably higher. Another option is Avon Elem Sch (rated 7.6/10, 19.2 miles away, in nearby Avon), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Steele School (rated 6.6/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Galesburg, see our Galesburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 19.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lombard Middle School Galesburg | 0.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Bright Futures Pre-K Prog Galesburg | 1.7 mi | 4.5 |
| GALESBURG CHRISTIAN SCHOOL ASSOC Galesburg | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Silas Willard Elem School Galesburg | 2.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Steele School Galesburg | 2.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Galesburg Senior High School Galesburg | 3.0 mi | 4.7 |
| COSTA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Galesburg | 3.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Mable Woolsey Elem School Knoxville | 4.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Knoxville Sr High School Knoxville | 4.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Knoxville Jr High School Knoxville | 4.3 mi | 3.7 |
| Hedding Grade Sch Abingdon | 9.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Abingdon-Avon High Sch Abingdon | 9.8 mi | 6.2 |
| R O W V A Elem School Oneida | 11.6 mi | 6.0 |
| R O W V A Jr and Sr High School Oneida | 11.7 mi | 6.0 |
| United High School Monmouth | 13.0 mi | 6.9 |
| AlWood Middle/High School Woodhull | 17.1 mi | 6.9 |
| United Elem Sch - North Alexis | 14.3 mi | 6.0 |
| AlWood Elem School Alpha | 18.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Avon Elem Sch Avon | 19.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Abingdon-Avon Middle Sch Avon | 19.2 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 61401 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,728
Median Home Value
$94,900
Median Rent
$724/mo
Population
30,684
College Educated
21.1%
Homeownership
62.6%
Avg Commute
16.7 min
Poverty Rate
19.7%
Median Age
41.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Carver Primary School Chicago, IL | 4.8 |
| Chase Elem School Chicago, IL | 4.8 |
| Columbus West Elementary School Cicero, IL | 4.8 |
| Depriest Elem School Chicago, IL | 4.8 |
| Dr Kenneth M Sorrick School Palos Hills, IL | 4.8 |
| Dr Nick Osborne Primary Center Mount Vernon, IL | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about King School
What grades does King School serve?
King School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend King School?
King School has an enrollment of approximately 525 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at King School?
The student-teacher ratio at King School is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does King School rank in IL?
King School ranks #3,076 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is King School's MySchoolScout rating?
King School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 King School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, King School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is King School a charter school?
No, King School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is King School a Title I school?
No, King School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for King School?
85.0% of students at King 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 525
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Knox County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.3%
- Phone
- (309) 973-2012
Resources & Links
District
Galesburg CUSD 205- District Enrollment
- 3,904
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,041
- District Rank
- #4 of 6
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