Serving 881 students in grades 7-8, Troy 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 25% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 881 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Troy Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Plainfield, IL, covering approximately 26.2 square miles. Most students live within a typical 10-12 minute drive, with an average distance of 3.6 miles to the school's edge and some as far as 7.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Troy Middle School's student population of 881 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
881 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1949
School Rankings
Troy 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 Troy Middle School is 0.68, 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
#1375 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
37%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
19%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
39%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 23-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Troy Middle School's ranking?
Troy Middle School is ranked #1375 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Troy Middle School?
881 students attend Troy Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Troy Middle School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Troy Middle School?
Troy Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Troy Middle School offer ?
Troy Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Troy Middle School part of?
Troy Middle School is part of Troy CCSD 30c School District.
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