Serving 756 students in grades 6-8, Central Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is higher 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 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 756 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central Middle School's student population of 756 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
756 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Central Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Middle School is 0.56, which is less 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
#1360 out of 3663 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
20%
27%
Black
9%
17%
White
63%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
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 Central Middle School's ranking?
Central Middle School is ranked #1360 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Central Middle School often compared to?
Central Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Virgil I Grissom Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Central Middle School?
756 students attend Central Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Central Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 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 Central Middle School?
Central Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Central Middle School offer ?
Central Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Central Middle School part of?
Central Middle School is part of CCSD 146 School District.
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