Serving 983 students in grades 6-8, Crete-monee 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 8% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 983 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Crete-monee Middle School's student population of 983 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
983 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Crete-monee 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 Crete-monee Middle School is 0.58, 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
#2795 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
20%
28%
Black
60%
16%
White
14%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crete-monee Middle School's ranking?
Crete-monee Middle School is ranked #2795 out of 3,542 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?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Crete-monee Middle School?
983 students attend Crete-monee Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Crete-monee Middle School students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crete-monee Middle School?
Crete-monee Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Crete-monee Middle School offer ?
Crete-monee Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Crete-monee Middle School part of?
Crete-monee Middle School is part of Crete Monee CUSD 201u School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
Spring Break
March 30, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day of School: Early Dismissal (SID K-12)
May 29, 2026 (Friday)
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