Serving 585 students in grades 6-8, Reagan 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 22% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% 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: 585 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Reagan Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Dixon, IL, encompassing approximately 117.8 square miles. The area is typically a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 6.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 8.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Reagan Middle School's student population of 585 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
585 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Reagan 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 Reagan Middle School is 0.35, 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
#1999 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
6%
29%
Black
4%
16%
White
80%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Reagan Middle School's ranking?
Reagan Middle School is ranked #1999 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 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Reagan Middle School?
585 students attend Reagan Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Reagan Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Reagan Middle School?
Reagan Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Reagan Middle School offer ?
Reagan Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Reagan Middle School part of?
Reagan Middle School is part of Dixon USD 170 School District.
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