Serving 93 students in grades 5-8, Spring Garden 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 93 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Spring Garden Middle School's attendance zone is located in Ina, IL, covering approximately 53.4 square miles and encompassing the entire school district. Most students typically have a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 6.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 11.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Spring Garden Middle School's student population of 93 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
93 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Motto
Soaring toward a bright future!
School Rankings
Spring Garden 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 Spring Garden Middle School is 0.19, 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
#2478 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
n/a
29%
Black
4%
16%
White
90%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
16%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spring Garden Middle School's ranking?
Spring Garden Middle School is ranked #2478 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Spring Garden Middle School?
93 students attend Spring Garden Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Spring Garden Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Spring Garden Middle School?
Spring Garden Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Spring Garden Middle School offer ?
Spring Garden Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Spring Garden Middle School part of?
Spring Garden Middle School is part of Spring Garden CCSD 178 School District.
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