Serving 436 students in grades 5-8, Eureka Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 436 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eureka 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
School Overview
Eureka Middle School's student population of 436 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
436 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Eureka 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 Eureka Middle School is 0.17, 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
#249 out of 3542 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
3%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
91%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eureka Middle School's ranking?
Eureka Middle School is ranked #249 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Eureka Middle School often compared to?
Eureka Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Germantown Hills Middle School, Tri-valley Middle School, Metamora Grade School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Eureka Middle School?
436 students attend Eureka Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Eureka Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eureka Middle School?
Eureka Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Eureka Middle School offer ?
Eureka Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Eureka Middle School part of?
Eureka Middle School is part of Eureka Cud 140 School District.
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