Serving 233 students in grades 7-8, North Boone 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 19% (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 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 233 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Boone Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Poplar Grove, IL, covering approximately 109.3 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 8.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Boone Middle School's student population of 233 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
233 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Boone 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 North Boone Middle School is 0.55, 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
#2403 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
34%
29%
Black
n/a
16%
White
58%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Boone Middle School's ranking?
North Boone Middle School is ranked #2403 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?
19% 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 North Boone Middle School?
233 students attend North Boone Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of North Boone Middle School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Boone Middle School?
North Boone Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Boone Middle School offer ?
North Boone Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is North Boone Middle School part of?
North Boone Middle School is part of North Boone CUSD 200 School District.
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