Serving 305 students in grades 6-8, F E Peacock Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 28% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher 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 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 305 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: F E Peacock Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Itasca, IL, encompassing an area of approximately 4.8 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
F E Peacock Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
F E Peacock Middle School's student population of 305 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
305 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
F E Peacock Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of F E Peacock Middle School is 0.47, 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
#937 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
19%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
1%
16%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
70%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 13-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is F E Peacock Middle School's ranking?
F E Peacock Middle School is ranked #937 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend F E Peacock Middle School?
305 students attend F E Peacock Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of F E Peacock Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of F E Peacock Middle School?
F E Peacock Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does F E Peacock Middle School offer ?
F E Peacock Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is F E Peacock Middle School part of?
F E Peacock Middle School is part of Itasca SD 10 School District.
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