Serving 234 students in grades 5-8, Joseph Arthur 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 234 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joseph Arthur Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Joseph Arthur Middle School's student population of 234 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
234 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Joseph Arthur 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 Joseph Arthur Middle School is 0.69, 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
#2572 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)6-9%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
11%
27%
Black
31%
17%
White
45%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
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 Joseph Arthur Middle School's ranking?
Joseph Arthur Middle School is ranked #2572 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Joseph Arthur Middle School?
234 students attend Joseph Arthur Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Joseph Arthur Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Joseph Arthur Middle School?
Joseph Arthur Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Joseph Arthur Middle School offer ?
Joseph Arthur Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Joseph Arthur Middle School part of?
Joseph Arthur Middle School is part of Central SD 104 School District.
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