Serving 1,220 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 11% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,220 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Alton Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Alton, IL, covering approximately 85.3 square miles. The area typically allows for a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 9.7 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alton Middle School's student population of 1,220 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,220 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alton Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alton Middle School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2877 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
29%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
51%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
15%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #2877 out of 3,542 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?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Alton Middle School?
1,220 students attend Alton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Alton Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 15% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alton Middle School?
Alton Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
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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