Serving 380 students in grades 6-8, Nippersink Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 380 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nippersink Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Nippersink Middle School's student population of 380 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
380 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nippersink Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nippersink Middle School is 0.24, 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
#734 out of 3663 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
9%
27%
Black
1%
17%
White
87%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
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 Nippersink Middle School's ranking?
Nippersink Middle School is ranked #734 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Nippersink Middle School often compared to?
Nippersink Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Johnsburg Jr High School, Mchenry Middle School, Richmond-burton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Nippersink Middle School?
380 students attend Nippersink Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Nippersink Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nippersink Middle School?
Nippersink Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nippersink Middle School offer ?
Nippersink Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Nippersink Middle School part of?
Nippersink Middle School is part of Nippersink SD 2 School District.
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