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Tri-valley Middle School (Ranked Top 10% for 2026) - Downs, IL

Tri-valley Middle School

505 E Washington St
Downs, IL 61736
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 10%
Serving 450 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 54% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). 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 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 4-8
  • Enrollment: 450 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 10%
  • : Top 10% in IL
  • : 54% (Top 10%)
  • : 52% (Top 10%)
  • : 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Tri-valley Middle School's student population of 450 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
Total Students
450 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Tri-valley Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tri-valley Middle School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (IL)
#295 out of 3542 schools
(Top 10%)
54%
27%
52%
30%
75-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
4%
29%
White
90%
45%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.19
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 #295 out of 3,542 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?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% 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?
450 students attend Tri-valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Tri-valley Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tri-valley Middle School?
Tri-valley Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
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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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 4-8
  • Enrollment: 450 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 10%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 54% (Top 10%)
  • : 52% (Top 10%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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