Serving 145 students in grades 6-8, Sangamon Valley 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower 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 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 145 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Sangamon Valley Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Illiopolis, IL, encompassing approximately 112.2 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive to the school of 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 11.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sangamon Valley Middle School's student population of 145 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
145 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 21-year historical data
School Rankings
Sangamon Valley 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 Sangamon Valley Middle School is 0.10, 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
#2555 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Hispanic
2%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Black
2%
16%
Showing 2006–2025. View full 21-year historical data
White
95%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 21-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sangamon Valley Middle School's ranking?
Sangamon Valley Middle School is ranked #2555 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Sangamon Valley Middle School?
145 students attend Sangamon Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Sangamon Valley Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sangamon Valley Middle School?
Sangamon Valley Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sangamon Valley Middle School offer ?
Sangamon Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Sangamon Valley Middle School part of?
Sangamon Valley Middle School is part of Sangamon Valley CUSD 9 School District.
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