Serving 659 students in grades 6-8, Washington 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 10% (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 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 659 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Washington Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Lyons, IL, encompassing an area of approximately 4.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 2.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washington Middle School's student population of 659 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
659 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1995
School Calendar
School Motto
Education for the Future
School Rankings
Washington 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 Washington Middle School is 0.36, 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
#2799 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
79%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
13%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
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 Washington Middle School's ranking?
Washington Middle School is ranked #2799 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?
10% 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 Washington Middle School?
659 students attend Washington Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Washington Middle School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington Middle School?
Washington Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Washington Middle School offer ?
Washington Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Washington Middle School part of?
Washington Middle School is part of Lyons SD 103 School District.
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