Serving 849 students in grades 6-8, West 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 3% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 849 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
West Middle School's student population of 849 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
849 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West 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 West Middle School is 0.67, 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
#3237 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)3%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
17%
27%
Black
49%
17%
White
23%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Middle School's ranking?
West Middle School is ranked #3237 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are West Middle School often compared to?
West Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eisenhower Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend West Middle School?
849 students attend West Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of West Middle School students are Black, 23% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Middle School?
West Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Middle School offer ?
West Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is West Middle School part of?
West Middle School is part of Rockford SD 205 School District.
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