Serving 286 students in grades 6-8, Carlinville Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 41% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 286 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Carlinville Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Carlinville, IL, encompassing approximately 238.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 15-20 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the zone edge being 8.9 miles and the furthest edge located 13.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carlinville Middle School's student population of 286 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
286 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Carlinville Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carlinville Middle School is 0.13, 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
#1101 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
2%
29%
Black
n/a
16%
White
93%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wild Boars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carlinville Middle School's ranking?
Carlinville Middle School is ranked #1101 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Carlinville Middle School often compared to?
Carlinville Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carlinville Intermediate School, Carlinville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Carlinville Middle School?
286 students attend Carlinville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Carlinville Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carlinville Middle School?
Carlinville Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Carlinville Middle School offer ?
Carlinville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Carlinville Middle School part of?
Carlinville Middle School is part of Carlinville CUSD 1 School District.
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