Serving 737 students in grades 6-8, C F Simmons 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 5% (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 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 737 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
C F Simmons Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
C F Simmons Middle School's student population of 737 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
737 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Year Founded
1961
School Calendar
School Rankings
C F Simmons 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 C F Simmons Middle School is 0.17, 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
#3136 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
91%
28%
Black
6%
16%
White
1%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is C F Simmons Middle School's ranking?
C F Simmons Middle School is ranked #3136 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are C F Simmons Middle School often compared to?
C F Simmons Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Francis Granger Middle School, Thompson Jr High School, Jewel Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% 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 C F Simmons Middle School?
737 students attend C F Simmons Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of C F Simmons Middle School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of C F Simmons Middle School?
C F Simmons Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does C F Simmons Middle School offer ?
C F Simmons Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is C F Simmons Middle School part of?
C F Simmons Middle School is part of Aurora East USD 131 School District.
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