Serving 63 students in grades 6-8, Bement Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 63 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Bement Middle School's attendance zone serves the entire Bement school district, covering approximately 92.2 square miles within the city of Bement, IL. The typical drive to the school takes around 10 to 15 minutes, with an average distance of 5.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 8.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bement Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bement Middle School's student population of 63 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
63 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
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School Calendar
School Rankings
Bement Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bement Middle School is 0.10, 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
#451 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
30%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
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Hispanic
2%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
95%
45%
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Two or more races
1%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
43%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bement Middle School's ranking?
Bement Middle School is ranked #451 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Bement Middle School?
63 students attend Bement Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Bement Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bement Middle School?
Bement Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bement Middle School offer ?
Bement Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Bement Middle School part of?
Bement Middle School is part of Bement CUSD 5 School District.
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