Serving 847 students in grades 6-8, Sycamore Middle School ranks in the top 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 27% (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 23% 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: 847 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: SYCAMORE MIDDLE SCHOOL's attendance zone covers the entire district in Sycamore, IL, encompassing approximately 82.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 4.9 miles to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 9.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sycamore Middle School's student population of 847 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
847 students
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sycamore Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sycamore Middle School is 0.39, 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
#1582 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
13%
29%
Black
4%
16%
White
77%
45%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sycamore Middle School's ranking?
Sycamore Middle School is ranked #1582 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Sycamore Middle School often compared to?
Sycamore Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Huntley Middle School by visitors of our site.
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 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Sycamore Middle School?
847 students attend Sycamore Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Sycamore Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sycamore Middle School?
Sycamore Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sycamore Middle School offer ?
Sycamore Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Sycamore Middle School part of?
Sycamore Middle School is part of Sycamore CUSD 427 School District.
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