Serving 715 students in grades 6-8, Beach Park 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 6% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 715 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Beach Park Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Zion, IL, covering approximately 25.8 square miles. Families within this area typically have a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.9 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 5.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Beach Park Middle School's student population of 715 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
715 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Beach Park 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 Beach Park Middle School is 0.56, 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
#2966 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
63%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
20%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
9%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
2%
Showing 2005–2015. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Beach Park District 3
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beach Park Middle School's ranking?
Beach Park Middle School is ranked #2966 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Beach Park Middle School?
715 students attend Beach Park Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Beach Park Middle School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Beach Park Middle School?
Beach Park Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Beach Park Middle School offer ?
Beach Park Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Beach Park Middle School part of?
Beach Park Middle School is part of Beach Park CCSD 3 School District.
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