Serving 395 students in grades 5-6, Carl Sandburg 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 10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower 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 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 395 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carl Sandburg Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Carl Sandburg Middle School's student population of 395 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
395 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Carl Sandburg Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carl Sandburg Middle School is 0.73, which is more 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
#2883 out of 3663 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
16%
27%
Black
25%
17%
White
40%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
18%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
2%
3%
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 Carl Sandburg Middle School's ranking?
Carl Sandburg Middle School is ranked #2883 out of 3,663 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?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Carl Sandburg Middle School?
395 students attend Carl Sandburg Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Carl Sandburg Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 18% of students are Two or more races, 16% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carl Sandburg Middle School?
Carl Sandburg Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Carl Sandburg Middle School offer ?
Carl Sandburg Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Carl Sandburg Middle School part of?
Carl Sandburg Middle School is part of Freeport SD 145 School District.
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