Serving 241 students in grades 6-8, Mayo Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% 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: 241 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Mayo Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Paris, IL, encompassing approximately 6.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school from anywhere within this area takes about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge being 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mayo Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Mayo Middle School's student population of 241 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
241 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mayo Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mayo Middle School is 0.17, 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
#481 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
29%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
16%
Showing 2003–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-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 Mayo Middle School's ranking?
Mayo Middle School is ranked #481 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Mayo Middle School?
241 students attend Mayo Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Mayo Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mayo Middle School?
Mayo Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mayo Middle School offer ?
Mayo Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Mayo Middle School part of?
Mayo Middle School is part of Paris-Union SD 95 School District.
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