Serving 162 students in grades 6-8, West Carroll 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 162 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Carroll Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Mount Carroll, IL, covering approximately 225.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 9.6 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest edge being 19.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Carroll Middle School's student population of 162 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
162 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Carroll 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 West Carroll Middle School is 0.29, 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
#2637 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
10%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
16%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Thunder
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Carroll Middle School's ranking?
West Carroll Middle School is ranked #2637 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend West Carroll Middle School?
162 students attend West Carroll Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of West Carroll Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Carroll Middle School?
West Carroll Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Carroll Middle School offer ?
West Carroll Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is West Carroll Middle School part of?
West Carroll Middle School is part of West Carroll CUSD 314 School District.
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