Serving 325 students in grades 5-8, St. Joseph Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher 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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 325 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: St. Joseph Middle School serves the entire district of Saint Joseph, IL, encompassing an area of approximately 47.8 square miles. This zone allows for a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 4.7 miles to its edges and a maximum distance of 7.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. Joseph Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
St. Joseph Middle School's student population of 325 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
325 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
St. Joseph Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of St. Joseph Middle School is 0.15, 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
#349 out of 3542 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
3%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
92%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Joseph Middle School's ranking?
St. Joseph Middle School is ranked #349 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend St. Joseph Middle School?
325 students attend St. Joseph Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of St. Joseph Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. Joseph Middle School?
St. Joseph Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does St. Joseph Middle School offer ?
St. Joseph Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is St. Joseph Middle School part of?
St. Joseph Middle School is part of St Joseph CCSD 169 School District.
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