Serving 1,142 students in grades 6-8, Sam Rotolo Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (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 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,142 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sam Rotolo Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sam Rotolo Middle School's student population of 1,142 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,142 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sam Rotolo Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sam Rotolo Middle School is 0.39, 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
#902 out of 3426 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)36%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
13%
27%
Black
5%
17%
White
77%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sam Rotolo Middle School's ranking?
Sam Rotolo Middle School is ranked #902 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Sam Rotolo Middle School often compared to?
Sam Rotolo Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Plank Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Sam Rotolo Middle School?
1,142 students attend Sam Rotolo Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Sam Rotolo Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sam Rotolo Middle School?
Sam Rotolo Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sam Rotolo Middle School offer ?
Sam Rotolo Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Sam Rotolo Middle School part of?
Sam Rotolo Middle School is part of Batavia USD 101 School District.
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