Serving 256 students in grades 5-8, Pecatonica Comm 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 42% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% 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: 256 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pecatonica Comm Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pecatonica Comm Middle School's student population of 256 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
256 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pecatonica Comm 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 Pecatonica Comm Middle School is 0.26, 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
#622 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
6%
28%
Black
2%
16%
White
86%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pecatonica Comm Middle School's ranking?
Pecatonica Comm Middle School is ranked #622 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 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Pecatonica Comm Middle School?
256 students attend Pecatonica Comm Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Pecatonica Comm Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pecatonica Comm Middle School?
Pecatonica Comm Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pecatonica Comm Middle School offer ?
Pecatonica Comm Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Pecatonica Comm Middle School part of?
Pecatonica Comm Middle School is part of Pecatonica CUSD 321 School District.
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