Serving 793 students in grades 6-8, West 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 2% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 793 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Middle School serves the northwest part of Rockford, IL, covering an attendance zone of approximately 26 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 6.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Middle School's student population of 793 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
793 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
West 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 Middle School is 0.67, 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
#3304 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
17%
29%
Black
51%
16%
White
20%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)64.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Middle School's ranking?
West Middle School is ranked #3304 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are West Middle School often compared to?
West Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eisenhower Middle School, Rockford Envrnmntl Science Academy, Thurgood Marshall School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend West Middle School?
793 students attend West Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of West Middle School students are Black, 20% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Middle School?
West Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Middle School offer ?
West Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is West Middle School part of?
West Middle School is part of Rockford SD 205 School District.
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