Serving 450 students in grades 4-8, Tri-valley Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 450 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Tri-Valley Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Downs, IL, covering approximately 99.6 square miles. Families within this area can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 12.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tri-valley 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
Tri-valley Middle School's student population of 450 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
Total Students
450 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tri-valley 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 Tri-valley 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
#295 out of 3542 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tri-valley Middle School's ranking?
Tri-valley Middle School is ranked #295 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Tri-valley Middle School often compared to?
Tri-valley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parkside Jr High School, Eureka Middle School, Thomas Metcalf School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% 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 Tri-valley Middle School?
450 students attend Tri-valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Tri-valley Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tri-valley Middle School?
Tri-valley Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Tri-valley Middle School offer ?
Tri-valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-8
What school district is Tri-valley Middle School part of?
Tri-valley Middle School is part of Tri Valley CUSD 3 School District.
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