Midland Community Unit School District 7

901 Hilltop Dr
Sparland, IL 61565-9792
(District boundaries shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%

Top Rankings

Midland Community Unit School District 7 ranks among the top 20% of public school district in Illinois for:

Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Highest science proficiency (Top 20%)
For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 675 students in Midland Community Unit School District 7. This district's average testing ranking is 8/10, which is in the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
Public Schools in Midland Community Unit School District 7 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 30% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Overview

This School District
This State (IL)
# Schools
3 Schools
4,394 Schools
# Students
675 Students
1,845,459 Students
# Teachers
44 Teachers
136,638 Teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1

Student By Grade

District Rank

Midland Community Unit School District 7, which is ranked within the top 50% of all 864 school districts in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2022-2023 school year.
The school district's graduation rate of 85% has increased from 70-79% over five school years.
This School District
State Average (IL)
#272 out of 865 school districts
(Top 50%)
29%
27%
39%
30%
65-69%
50%
85%
87%

Students by Ethnicity:

0.17
0.69
% American Indian
n/a
n/a
% Asian
n/a
6%
% Hispanic
5%
28%
% Black
2%
17%
% White
91%
45%
% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
% Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups

District Revenue and Spending

The revenue/student of $16,810 in this school district is less than the state median of $22,423. The school district revenue/student has stayed relatively flat over four school years.
The school district's spending/student of $14,760 is less than the state median of $21,662. The school district spending/student has stayed relatively flat over four school years.
This School District
This State (IL)
Total Revenue
$11 MM
$41,381 MM
Spending
$10 MM
$39,976 MM
Revenue / Student
$16,810
$22,423
Spending / Student
$14,760
$21,662

Best Midland Community Unit School District 7 Public Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Midland Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
901 Hilltop Dr
Sparland, IL 61565
(309) 469-3131
Gr: 5-8 | 218 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Midland Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
625 6th Street
Lacon, IL 61540
(309) 246-2775
Gr: PK-4 | 262 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #33.
Midland High School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1830 State Route 17
Varna, IL 61375
(309) 463-8009
Gr: 9-12 | 195 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 8%

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools belong to Midland Community Unit School District 7?
Midland Community Unit School District 7 manages 3 public schools serving 675 students.
What is the rank of Midland Community Unit School District 7?
Midland Community Unit School District 7 is ranked #263 out of 864 school districts in Illinois (top 50%) based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data for the 2022-2023 school year. This district ranks in the top 20% of Illinois school districts for: Highest science proficiency (Top 20%)
What is the racial composition of students in Midland Community Unit School District 7?
91% of Midland Community Unit School District 7 students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student/teacher ratio of Midland Community Unit School District 7?
Midland Community Unit School District 7 has a student/teacher ratio of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What is Midland Community Unit School District 7's spending/student ratio?
The school district's spending/student of $14,760 is less than the state median of $21,662. The school district spending/student has stayed relatively flat over four school years.

Recent Articles

Bullying, Name-Calling & Put-Downs: Parent Guide 2025
Bullying, Name-Calling & Put-Downs: Parent Guide 2025
Practical tips for parents to address bullying, name-calling, and put-downs—with 2025 data, policies, and expert strategies.
What Is a Magnet School? (2025 Guide)
What Is a Magnet School? (2025 Guide)
Explore what a magnet school is, how it works, and its benefits in 2025. Clear explanation for parents, students, and educators.
Cooperative Learning in 2025: Evidence, Best Practices & Challenges
Cooperative Learning in 2025: Evidence, Best Practices & Challenges
Explore cooperative learning in 2025—new data, updated practices, expert insights for educators and families.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • District size: 3 schools
  • Grades: PK-12
  • Enrollment: 675 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 9%
  • : 85% (Top 50% in IL)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 29% (Top 50%)
  • : 39% (Top 30%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

Quick Links