Serving 821 students in grades 6-8, Hampshire 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 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% 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: 821 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hampshire Middle School serves the west part of Hampshire, IL, covering an area of approximately 65.5 square miles. Most families typically drive 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5.3 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 10.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hampshire Middle School's student population of 821 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
821 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hampshire Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hampshire 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
#1574 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
27%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
59%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hampshire Middle School's ranking?
Hampshire Middle School is ranked #1574 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Hampshire Middle School often compared to?
Hampshire Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cambridge Lakes Charter 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 27% IL state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Hampshire Middle School?
821 students attend Hampshire Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Hampshire Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hampshire Middle School?
Hampshire Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hampshire Middle School offer ?
Hampshire Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Hampshire Middle School part of?
Hampshire Middle School is part of CUSD 300 School District.
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