Clinton Rosette Middle School

650 N 1st St
Dekalb, IL 60115
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 582 students in grades 6-8, Clinton Rosette 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 15% (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 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 582 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 75%
  • : Bottom 50% in IL
  • : 10% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Clinton Rosette Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Clinton Rosette Middle School's student population of 582 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
582 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers

School Rankings

Clinton Rosette Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clinton Rosette Middle School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (IL)
#2599 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(20-21)
10%
28%
15%
30%
25-29%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
38%
28%
Black
27%
16%
White
25%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.72
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
56%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
9%
2%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Clinton Rosette Middle School's ranking?
Clinton Rosette Middle School is ranked #2599 out of 3,426 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 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Clinton Rosette Middle School?
582 students attend Clinton Rosette Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Clinton Rosette Middle School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 25% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clinton Rosette Middle School?
Clinton Rosette Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Clinton Rosette Middle School offer ?
Clinton Rosette Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Clinton Rosette Middle School part of?
Clinton Rosette Middle School is part of Dekalb CUSD 428 School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 582 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 75%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 10% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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