Serving 855 students in grades 6-8, Aux Sable Middle School ranks in the top 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 18% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 855 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aux Sable Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Aux Sable Middle School's student population of 855 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
855 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Aux Sable Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Aux Sable Middle School is 0.69, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1518 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)18%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
29%
28%
Black
19%
16%
White
44%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aux Sable Middle School's ranking?
Aux Sable Middle School is ranked #1518 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Aux Sable Middle School often compared to?
Aux Sable Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carl Sandburg Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Aux Sable Middle School?
855 students attend Aux Sable Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Aux Sable Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Aux Sable Middle School?
Aux Sable Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Aux Sable Middle School offer ?
Aux Sable Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Aux Sable Middle School part of?
Aux Sable Middle School is part of Plainfield SD 202 School District.
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