Serving 556 students in grades 6-8, Wilbur Trimpe Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% 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: 556 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wilbur Trimpe Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Bethalto, IL, encompassing an area of approximately 21.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the average distance to the zone edge being 2.9 miles and the furthest edge located 4.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wilbur Trimpe Middle School's student population of 556 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
556 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Motto
Whatever It Takes
School Rankings
Wilbur Trimpe Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wilbur Trimpe Middle School is 0.22, 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
#1753 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
4%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
3%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
88%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilbur Trimpe Middle School's ranking?
Wilbur Trimpe Middle School is ranked #1753 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Wilbur Trimpe Middle School?
556 students attend Wilbur Trimpe Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Wilbur Trimpe Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wilbur Trimpe Middle School?
Wilbur Trimpe Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wilbur Trimpe Middle School offer ?
Wilbur Trimpe Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Wilbur Trimpe Middle School part of?
Wilbur Trimpe Middle School is part of Bethalto CUSD 8 School District.
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