Serving 269 students in grades 5-8, Pecatonica Comm 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 42% (which is higher 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 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 269 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Pecatonica Comm Middle School serves an attendance zone that covers the entire school district, encompassing approximately 75.5 square miles in and around Pecatonica, IL. The zone allows for a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5.8 miles to its edges and extending up to 9.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pecatonica Comm Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pecatonica Comm Middle School's student population of 269 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
269 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pecatonica Comm 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 Pecatonica Comm 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
#947 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
30%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
5%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Indians
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pecatonica Comm Middle School's ranking?
Pecatonica Comm Middle School is ranked #947 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
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 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Pecatonica Comm Middle School?
269 students attend Pecatonica Comm Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Pecatonica Comm Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pecatonica Comm Middle School?
Pecatonica Comm Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pecatonica Comm Middle School offer ?
Pecatonica Comm Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Pecatonica Comm Middle School part of?
Pecatonica Comm Middle School is part of Pecatonica CUSD 321 School District.
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