Serving 360 students in grades 6-8, Shabbona Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 21% (which is lower 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 31% 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: 360 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Shabbona Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Morris, IL, covering approximately 39.9 square miles. Most students live within a typical 10-12 minute drive, with an average distance of 4 miles from the school to the zone's edge, and the furthest boundary being 7.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shabbona Middle School's student population of 360 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
360 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Shabbona 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 Shabbona Middle School is 0.47, 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
#1941 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
23%
29%
Black
3%
16%
White
69%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shabbona Middle School's ranking?
Shabbona Middle School is ranked #1941 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?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Shabbona Middle School?
360 students attend Shabbona Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Shabbona Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shabbona Middle School?
Shabbona Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Shabbona Middle School offer ?
Shabbona Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Shabbona Middle School part of?
Shabbona Middle School is part of Morris SD 54 School District.
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