Serving 176 students in grades 5-8, Carthage 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher 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 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 176 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carthage Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Carthage Middle School's student population of 176 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
176 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Carthage 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 Carthage Middle School is 0.13, 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
#1392 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)15-19%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
6%
28%
Black
n/a
16%
White
93%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carthage Middle School's ranking?
Carthage Middle School is ranked #1392 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Carthage Middle School?
176 students attend Carthage Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Carthage Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carthage Middle School?
Carthage Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Carthage Middle School offer ?
Carthage Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Carthage Middle School part of?
Carthage Middle School is part of Carthage ESD 317 School District.
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