Serving 795 students in grades 6-8, C F Simmons 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: 795 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
C F Simmons Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
C F Simmons Middle School's student population of 795 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
795 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
C F Simmons Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of C F Simmons Middle School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3057 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤5%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
92%
28%
Black
5%
16%
White
1%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is C F Simmons Middle School's ranking?
C F Simmons Middle School is ranked #3057 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are C F Simmons Middle School often compared to?
C F Simmons Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Francis Granger Middle School, Jewel Middle School, Thompson Jr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend C F Simmons Middle School?
795 students attend C F Simmons Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of C F Simmons Middle School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of C F Simmons Middle School?
C F Simmons Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does C F Simmons Middle School offer ?
C F Simmons Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is C F Simmons Middle School part of?
C F Simmons Middle School is part of Aurora East USD 131 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School - Thanksgiving Break - District Closed
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
No School - Spring Break
March 24, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School - Half Day for Students
June 02, 2025 (Monday)
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