Serving 223 students in grades 6-8, Orion 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 40% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 223 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orion 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
School Overview
Orion Middle School's student population of 223 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
223 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Orion 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 Orion Middle School is 0.12, 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
#471 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
2%
27%
Black
2%
17%
White
94%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orion Middle School's ranking?
Orion Middle School is ranked #471 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?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Orion Middle School?
223 students attend Orion Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Orion Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Orion Middle School?
Orion Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Orion Middle School offer ?
Orion Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Orion Middle School part of?
Orion Middle School is part of Orion CUSD 223 School District.
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