Illini Bluffs Middle School

9611 S Hanna City Glasford Rd
Glasford, IL 61533
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 50%
Serving 185 students in grades 6-8, Illini Bluffs 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 185 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 11%
  • : Top 50% in IL
  • : 20-24% (Top 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Illini Bluffs Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:

School Overview

Illini Bluffs Middle School's student population of 185 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
185 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Illini Bluffs Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Illini Bluffs Middle School is 0.21, 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.
This School
State Level (IL)
#1466 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(20-21)
20-24%
28%
25-29%
30%
50-54%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
4%
28%
Black
1%
16%
White
89%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.21
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Illini Bluffs Middle School's ranking?
Illini Bluffs Middle School is ranked #1466 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Illini Bluffs Middle School?
185 students attend Illini Bluffs Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Illini Bluffs Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Illini Bluffs Middle School?
Illini Bluffs Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Illini Bluffs Middle School offer ?
Illini Bluffs Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Illini Bluffs Middle School part of?
Illini Bluffs Middle School is part of Illini Bluffs CUSD 327 School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 185 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 11%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 20-24% (Top 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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