Serving 401 students in grades 7-8, Charleston 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 12% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower 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 24% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 401 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Charleston Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Charleston school district, encompassing approximately 231.4 square miles in Charleston, IL. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 8.9 miles, with the furthest edge being 11.7 miles away, typically taking 15-20 minutes to drive.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Charleston Middle School's student population of 401 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
401 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Charleston 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 Charleston Middle School is 0.41, 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
#2425 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
6%
29%
Black
8%
16%
White
76%
45%
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charleston Middle School's ranking?
Charleston Middle School is ranked #2425 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Charleston Middle School often compared to?
Charleston Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mattoon Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Charleston Middle School?
401 students attend Charleston Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Charleston Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Charleston Middle School?
Charleston Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Charleston Middle School offer ?
Charleston Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Charleston Middle School part of?
Charleston Middle School is part of Charleston CUSD 1 School District.
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