Serving 498 students in grades 6-8, U S Grant Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 498 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: U S Grant Middle School serves the northwest part of Springfield, IL, covering an area of approximately 21.8 square miles. Most students live within a typical 10-12 minute drive, with an average distance of 3.4 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 5.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
U S Grant Middle School's student population of 498 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
498 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
U S Grant Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of U S Grant Middle School is 0.62, 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
#3026 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
3%
29%
Black
53%
16%
White
30%
45%
Two or more races
13%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)64.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is U S Grant Middle School's ranking?
U S Grant Middle School is ranked #3026 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend U S Grant Middle School?
498 students attend U S Grant Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of U S Grant Middle School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of U S Grant Middle School?
U S Grant Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does U S Grant Middle School offer ?
U S Grant Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is U S Grant Middle School part of?
U S Grant Middle School is part of Springfield SD 186 School District.
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