Serving 564 students in grades 6-8, Virgil I Grissom Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 564 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Virgil I Grissom Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Virgil I Grissom Middle School's student population of 564 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
564 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Virgil I Grissom Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Virgil I Grissom Middle School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#648 out of 3663 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
15%
27%
Black
5%
17%
White
72%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
3%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Virgil I Grissom Middle School's ranking?
Virgil I Grissom Middle School is ranked #648 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Virgil I Grissom Middle School?
564 students attend Virgil I Grissom Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Virgil I Grissom Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Virgil I Grissom Middle School?
Virgil I Grissom Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Virgil I Grissom Middle School offer ?
Virgil I Grissom Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Virgil I Grissom Middle School part of?
Virgil I Grissom Middle School is part of Kirby SD 140 School District.
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