Serving 291 students in grades 5-8, Tremont Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (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 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 291 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Tremont Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Tremont, IL, encompassing approximately 69.6 square miles. Most students live within a 10-15 minute drive from the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 5.2 miles and the furthest edge located 7.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tremont Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Tremont Middle School's student population of 291 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
291 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tremont Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tremont Middle School is 0.17, 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
#604 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
3%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
91%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tremont Middle School's ranking?
Tremont Middle School is ranked #604 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Tremont Middle School often compared to?
Tremont Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% 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 Tremont Middle School?
291 students attend Tremont Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Tremont Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tremont Middle School?
Tremont Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Tremont Middle School offer ?
Tremont Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Tremont Middle School part of?
Tremont Middle School is part of Tremont CUSD 702 School District.
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