Serving 214 students in grades 5-8, Midland 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 31% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 214 students
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Midland Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Sparland, IL school district, covering approximately 171.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school is 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone being 16.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Midland Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Midland Middle School's student population of 214 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
214 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
14 teachers
School Rankings
Midland 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 Midland Middle School is 0.24, 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
#740 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
7%
29%
Black
3%
16%
White
87%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Midland Middle School's ranking?
Midland Middle School is ranked #740 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Midland Middle School often compared to?
Midland Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Henry-senachwine Grade School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Midland Middle School?
214 students attend Midland Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Midland Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Midland Middle School offer ?
Midland Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Midland Middle School part of?
Midland Middle School is part of Midland CUSD 7 School District.
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