Serving 258 students in grades 5-8, Mark W Bills Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 258 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mark W Bills Middle School's student population of 258 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 64% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
258 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Resilience • Adaptability • Hope • Equity • Respect • Connection • Innovation
School Rankings
Mark W Bills Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mark W Bills Middle School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2432 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
8%
29%
Black
61%
16%
White
21%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
37%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mark W Bills Middle School's ranking?
Mark W Bills Middle School is ranked #2432 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Mark W Bills Middle School often compared to?
Mark W Bills Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty Leadership Middle School, Rolling Acres Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Mark W Bills Middle School?
258 students attend Mark W Bills Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Mark W Bills Middle School students are Black, 21% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mark W Bills Middle School?
Mark W Bills Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mark W Bills Middle School offer ?
Mark W Bills Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Mark W Bills Middle School part of?
Mark W Bills Middle School is part of Peoria SD 150 School District.
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