Serving 341 students in grades 5-8, Wolf Branch Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 341 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Wolf Branch Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Belleville, IL, encompassing approximately 3.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 1.2 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 1.9 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wolf Branch Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Wolf Branch Middle School's student population of 341 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
341 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Wolf Branch Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wolf Branch Middle School is 0.61, 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
#370 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
23%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
57%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Wolf Branch Middle School's ranking?
Wolf Branch Middle School is ranked #370 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Wolf Branch Middle School?
341 students attend Wolf Branch Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Wolf Branch Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wolf Branch Middle School?
Wolf Branch Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wolf Branch Middle School offer ?
Wolf Branch Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Wolf Branch Middle School part of?
Wolf Branch Middle School is part of Wolf Branch SD 113 School District.
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