Serving 507 students in grades 6-8, Herrin Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is higher 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 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 507 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Herrin Middle School's student population of 507 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
507 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Herrin 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 Herrin Middle School is 0.32, 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
#1296 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)24%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
3%
27%
Black
6%
17%
White
82%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Herrin Middle School's ranking?
Herrin Middle School is ranked #1296 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Herrin Middle School often compared to?
Herrin Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carterville Jr High School, Marion Jr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Herrin Middle School?
507 students attend Herrin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Herrin Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Herrin Middle School?
Herrin Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Herrin Middle School offer ?
Herrin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Herrin Middle School part of?
Herrin Middle School is part of Herrin CUSD 4 School District.
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