Serving 513 students in grades 6-8, Herrin 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 28% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (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 22% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 513 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Herrin Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Herrin, IL, spanning approximately 48.9 square miles, with an average distance of 4 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum edge distance of 9.1 miles. Parents can typically expect a drive of about 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Herrin Middle School's student population of 513 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
513 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
'Home of the Tigers'
School Rankings
Herrin 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 Herrin Middle School is 0.38, 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
#1236 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
78%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Tigers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Herrin Middle School's ranking?
Herrin Middle School is ranked #1236 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Herrin Middle School often compared to?
Herrin Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carterville Jr High School, Marion Jr High School by visitors of our site.
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 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Herrin Middle School?
513 students attend Herrin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Herrin Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Herrin Middle School?
Herrin Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Herrin Middle School offer ?
Herrin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Herrin Middle School part of?
Herrin Middle School is part of Herrin CUSD 4 School District.
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