Serving 306 students in grades 6-8, Reed-custer 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 23% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is higher 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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 306 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Reed-custer Middle School's student population of 306 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
306 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Motto
The future begins here!
School Rankings
Reed-custer 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 Reed-custer Middle School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1228 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
15%
29%
Black
n/a
16%
White
82%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Reed-custer Middle School's ranking?
Reed-custer Middle School is ranked #1228 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Reed-custer Middle School often compared to?
Reed-custer Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eisenhower Jr High School, L J Stevens Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Reed-custer Middle School?
306 students attend Reed-custer Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Reed-custer Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Reed-custer Middle School?
Reed-custer Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Reed-custer Middle School offer ?
Reed-custer Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Reed-custer Middle School part of?
Reed-custer Middle School is part of Reed Custer CUSD 255u School District.
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