Serving 228 students in grades 6-8, River Bend 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 28% (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 11% 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: 228 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: River Bend Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Fulton, IL, encompassing approximately 77.7 square miles. Typically, it takes about 10-15 minutes to drive to the school from various points within the zone, which extends up to 8.5 miles from the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
River Bend Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
River Bend Middle School's student population of 228 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
228 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
River Bend 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 River Bend Middle School is 0.20, 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
#1574 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Hispanic
4%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
89%
45%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is River Bend Middle School's ranking?
River Bend Middle School is ranked #1574 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are River Bend Middle School often compared to?
River Bend Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fulton High 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 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend River Bend Middle School?
228 students attend River Bend Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of River Bend Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of River Bend Middle School?
River Bend Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does River Bend Middle School offer ?
River Bend Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is River Bend Middle School part of?
River Bend Middle School is part of River Bend CUSD 2 School District.
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