Serving 250 students in grades 5-8, Benjamin 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 41% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 250 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benjamin 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
Student Attention
School Overview
Benjamin Middle School's student population of 250 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
250 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Benjamin Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benjamin 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
#591 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)41%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
6%
Hispanic
21%
27%
Black
3%
17%
White
62%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
5%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benjamin Middle School's ranking?
Benjamin Middle School is ranked #591 out of 3,426 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?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Benjamin Middle School?
250 students attend Benjamin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Benjamin Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Benjamin Middle School?
Benjamin Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Benjamin Middle School offer ?
Benjamin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Benjamin Middle School part of?
Benjamin Middle School is part of Benjamin SD 25 School District.
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