Serving 140 students in grades 6-8, South Central 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 25-29% (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 2% 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: 140 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Central Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Kinmundy, IL school district, covering approximately 218.2 square miles. The area allows for a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 13 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Central Middle School's student population of 140 students has declined by 9% 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
140 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Central 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 South Central Middle School is 0.04, 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
#2357 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Hispanic
1%
29%
White
98%
45%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Central Middle School's ranking?
South Central Middle School is ranked #2357 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 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend South Central Middle School?
140 students attend South Central Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of South Central Middle School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Central Middle School?
South Central Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Central Middle School offer ?
South Central Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is South Central Middle School part of?
South Central Middle School is part of South Central Cud 401 School District.
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