Serving 287 students in grades 6-8, Reed-custer Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: 6-8
Enrollment: 287 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
Minority Enrollment: 16%
Overall Testing Rank
: Top 50% in IL
Math Proficiency
: 24% (Top 50%)
Reading Proficiency
: 40% (Top 30%)
Science Proficiency
: 55-59% (Top 50%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Reed-custer Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Reed-custer Middle School is 0.28, 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.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Reed-custer Middle School?
287 students attend Reed-custer Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Reed-custer Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Reed-custer Middle School?
Reed-custer Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Reed-custer Middle School offer ?
Reed-custer Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Reed-custer Middle School part of?
We explore how the Department of Education shapes American education, from its cabinet-level leadership to its impact on millions of students, written for general audiences seeking clarity on this vital institution.
Explore the origins of educational segregation during the colonial era and the differential treatment of Native American, African American, and white students. This article delves into the historical context, policies, and societal attitudes that shaped early education in colonial America, highlighting the disparities and injustices that persisted within the schooling systems of that time.
Explore the revolutionary approach of Personalized Learning in K-12 education. This article discusses the benefits, challenges, and potential of tailoring education to individual student needs, incorporating technology and adaptive learning methods to prepare students for the 21st century.
Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: 6-8
Enrollment: 287 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
Minority Enrollment: 16%
Overall Testing Rank
: Top 50%
Math Proficiency
: 24% (Top 50%)
Reading Proficiency
: 40% (Top 30%)
Science Proficiency
: 55-59% (Top 50%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Related School Videos
3:02
3:02
1:46
1:06
Related School News
It's better to give than receive, especially when you're giving of yourself! Some highly caring and creative local middle school students from Reed Custer Middle School g ...
It's better to give than receive, especially when you're giving of yourself! Some highly caring and creative local middle ...
