Serving 496 students in grades 7-8, Ellis Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 496 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ellis Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ellis Middle School's student population of 496 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
496 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Ellis Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ellis Middle School is 0.26, 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
#3084 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
86%
29%
Black
5%
16%
White
5%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ellis Middle School's ranking?
Ellis Middle School is ranked #3084 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Ellis Middle School often compared to?
Ellis Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kenyon Woods Middle School, Abbott Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 6% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Ellis Middle School?
496 students attend Ellis Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Ellis Middle School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ellis Middle School?
Ellis Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ellis Middle School offer ?
Ellis Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Ellis Middle School part of?
Ellis Middle School is part of School District U-46.
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