Serving 282 students in grades 6-8, Litchfield Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 25% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher 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 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 282 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Litchfield Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district, serving an area of approximately 108.7 square miles in Litchfield, IL. Typically, it takes 10-15 minutes to drive to the school, with an average distance of 6.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 12.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Litchfield Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Litchfield Middle School's student population of 282 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
282 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Litchfield Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Litchfield Middle School is 0.13, 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
#994 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
2%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
White
93%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Litchfield Middle School's ranking?
Litchfield Middle School is ranked #994 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Litchfield Middle School?
282 students attend Litchfield Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Litchfield Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Litchfield Middle School?
Litchfield Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Litchfield Middle School offer ?
Litchfield Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Litchfield Middle School part of?
Litchfield Middle School is part of Litchfield CUSD 12 School District.
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