Serving 463 students in grades 4-8, Tri-valley Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 463 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tri-valley 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
Tri-valley Middle School's student population of 463 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
Total Students
463 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Tri-valley Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tri-valley Middle School is 0.17, 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
#229 out of 3426 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
3%
27%
Black
1%
17%
White
91%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tri-valley Middle School's ranking?
Tri-valley Middle School is ranked #229 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Tri-valley Middle School often compared to?
Tri-valley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thomas Metcalf School, Parkside Jr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Tri-valley Middle School?
463 students attend Tri-valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Tri-valley Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tri-valley Middle School?
Tri-valley Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tri-valley Middle School offer ?
Tri-valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-8
What school district is Tri-valley Middle School part of?
Tri-valley Middle School is part of Tri Valley CUSD 3 School District.
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