Serving 1,152 students in grades 7-8, Yorkville Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 29% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,152 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Yorkville Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Yorkville, IL, encompassing approximately 86.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 5.3 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching a maximum of 7.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Yorkville Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Yorkville Middle School's student population of 1,152 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
1,152 students
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Yorkville Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Yorkville Middle School is 0.56, 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
#933 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
25%
29%
Black
7%
16%
White
61%
45%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yorkville Middle School's ranking?
Yorkville Middle School is ranked #933 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Yorkville Middle School often compared to?
Yorkville Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sam Rotolo Middle School, Minooka Jr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Yorkville Middle School?
1,152 students attend Yorkville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Yorkville Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Yorkville Middle School?
Yorkville Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Yorkville Middle School offer ?
Yorkville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Yorkville Middle School part of?
Yorkville Middle School is part of Yorkville CUSD 115 School District.
School Reviews
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