Serving 169 students in grades 6-8, West Central 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 6-9% (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 6% 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: 169 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Central Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Stronghurst, IL, covering approximately 314.4 square miles. Within this area, families can typically expect a 15 to 20-minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 20.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Central Middle School's student population of 169 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
169 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
West Central 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 Central Middle School is 0.12, 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
#3239 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
2%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
94%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
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)21.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
4%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 20-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 West Central Middle School's ranking?
West Central Middle School is ranked #3239 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 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend West Central Middle School?
169 students attend West Central Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of West Central Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Central Middle School?
West Central Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Central Middle School offer ?
West Central Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is West Central Middle School part of?
West Central Middle School is part of West Central CUSD 235 School District.
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