Serving 183 students in grades 6-8, Midwest Central Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (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 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 183 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Midwest Central Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Green Valley, IL, covering approximately 197 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive to the school of 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 17.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Midwest Central Middle School's student population of 183 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
183 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Midwest Central 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 Midwest Central Middle School is 0.10, 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
#1807 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
16%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
3%
Showing 2004–2014. Full 13-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 Midwest Central Middle School's ranking?
Midwest Central Middle School is ranked #1807 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Midwest Central Middle School?
183 students attend Midwest Central Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Midwest Central Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Midwest Central Middle School?
Midwest Central Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Midwest Central Middle School offer ?
Midwest Central Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Midwest Central Middle School part of?
Midwest Central Middle School is part of Midwest Central CUSD 191 School District.
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