Serving 139 students in grades 6-8, Illini Central 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 27%). 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 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% 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: 139 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Illini Central Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Mason City, IL, encompassing approximately 270.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 15-20 minutes, with an average distance of 8.7 miles from the school to the zone's edge, reaching a furthest point of 14.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Illini Central Middle School's student population of 139 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
139 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
A Great Place To Learn
School Rankings
Illini Central 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 Illini Central Middle School is 0.08, 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
#1595 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
96%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
3%
Showing 2004–2014. Full 13-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 Illini Central Middle School's ranking?
Illini Central Middle School is ranked #1595 out of 3,542 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 27% IL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Illini Central Middle School?
139 students attend Illini Central Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Illini Central Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Illini Central Middle School?
Illini Central Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Illini Central Middle School offer ?
Illini Central Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Illini Central Middle School part of?
Illini Central Middle School is part of Illini Central CUSD 189 School District.
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