Serving 541 students in grades 6-8, Dunlap Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 541 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dunlap 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
Diversity
School Overview
Dunlap Middle School's student population of 541 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
541 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dunlap Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dunlap Middle School is 0.65, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#107 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
27%
6%
Hispanic
5%
29%
Black
7%
16%
White
52%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dunlap Middle School's ranking?
Dunlap Middle School is ranked #107 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Dunlap Middle School often compared to?
Dunlap Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dunlap Valley Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Dunlap Middle School?
541 students attend Dunlap Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Dunlap Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dunlap Middle School?
Dunlap Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dunlap Middle School offer ?
Dunlap Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Dunlap Middle School part of?
Dunlap Middle School is part of Dunlap CUSD 323 School District.
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