District Overview
Located in the distant town setting of Galesburg, Illinois, Galesburg Community Unit School District 205 serves as an active, foundational hub for local public education. Headquartered at 940 W Fremont St, this traditional public school district operates eight schools, providing an inclusive academic journey spanning from prekindergarten through 12th grade. Currently educating a diverse body of 3,863 students, the district delivers balanced instruction across all grade levels to prepare young learners for post-secondary education and future careers within a vibrant community environment.

To ensure comprehensive academic and operational support, the district relies on a robust workforce totaling nearly 1,277 full-time equivalent staff members. This includes a instructional core of over 550 full-time equivalent teachers and 90 instructional aides, working alongside a comprehensive network of more than 630 support personnel. This substantial staffing commitment helps maintain a well-assisted classroom environment and holistic student support services. Families, students, and researchers interested in learning more about Galesburg CUSD 205 can reach the district offices at (309) 973-2000 or explore resources online at www.galesburg205.org.
8
Total Schools
3,863
Total Students
550.9
Full-Time Teachers
7.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Galesburg CUSD 205
Demographic Student Count
White2,097
Hispanic470
Black693
Asian21
Two or More575
American Indian3
Pacific Islander4
  • White
    2,097 (54.3%)
  • Black
    693 (17.9%)
  • Two or More
    575 (14.9%)
  • Hispanic
    470 (12.2%)
  • Asian
    21 (0.5%)
  • Pacific Islander
    4 (0.1%)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.1%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Galesburg CUSD 205
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary4
Middle2
High2
Other0
School Map
District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:8
Students:3,863*
Teachers (FTE):550.9*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:7.0
Schools in Galesburg CUSD 205
Found 8 Schools