Serving 289 students in grades 6-8, Litchfield Middle School ranks in the top 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 12% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than 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 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 289 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Litchfield Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Litchfield Middle School's student population of 289 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
289 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Litchfield Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Litchfield Middle School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1554 out of 3663 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
2%
27%
Black
2%
17%
White
94%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Litchfield Middle School's ranking?
Litchfield Middle School is ranked #1554 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Litchfield Middle School?
289 students attend Litchfield Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Litchfield Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Litchfield Middle School?
Litchfield Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Litchfield Middle School offer ?
Litchfield Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Litchfield Middle School part of?
Litchfield Middle School is part of Litchfield CUSD 12 School District.
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