Serving 380 students in grades 6-8, Zadok Casey 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 6% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 380 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Zadok Casey Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Mount Vernon, IL, covering approximately 12.3 square miles. Families can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Zadok Casey Middle School's student population of 380 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
380 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Respect Yourself - Respect Others - Respect Property
School Rankings
Zadok Casey 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 Zadok Casey Middle School is 0.66, 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
#3179 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
31%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
47%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
15%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zadok Casey Middle School's ranking?
Zadok Casey Middle School is ranked #3179 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Zadok Casey Middle School often compared to?
Zadok Casey Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rome Comm Cons Elementary School, Waltonville Grade School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Zadok Casey Middle School?
380 students attend Zadok Casey Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Zadok Casey Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 15% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Zadok Casey Middle School?
Zadok Casey Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Zadok Casey Middle School offer ?
Zadok Casey Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Zadok Casey Middle School part of?
Zadok Casey Middle School is part of Mount Vernon SD 80 School District.
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