Serving 380 students in grades 6-8, Olympia Middle School ranks in the top 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 29% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to 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 (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 380 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Olympia Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Stanford, IL, encompassing approximately 377.9 square miles. The area generally ranges within a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 11.4 miles to the zone's edge and reaching as far as 15.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Olympia Middle School's student population of 380 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
380 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering Learners to Achieve Personal Success
School Rankings
Olympia Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Olympia 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
#1630 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
4%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
91%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Olympia Middle School's ranking?
Olympia Middle School is ranked #1630 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Olympia Middle School often compared to?
Olympia Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kingsley Jr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Olympia Middle School?
380 students attend Olympia Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Olympia Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Olympia Middle School?
Olympia Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Olympia Middle School offer ?
Olympia Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Olympia Middle School part of?
Olympia Middle School is part of Olympia CUSD 16 School District.
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