Serving 1,270 students in grades 6-8, Alton Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,270 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alton Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Alton Middle School's student population of 1,270 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 100 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,270 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
100 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alton Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alton Middle School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2880 out of 3663 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
4%
27%
Black
31%
17%
White
52%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alton Middle School's ranking?
Alton Middle School is ranked #2880 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Alton Middle School often compared to?
Alton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roxana Junior High School, Lewis-clark Jr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Alton Middle School?
1,270 students attend Alton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Alton Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alton Middle School?
Alton Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alton Middle School offer ?
Alton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Alton Middle School part of?
Alton Middle School is part of Alton CUSD 11 School District.
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