Serving 183 students in grades 5-8, John E Albright Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (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 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 183 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John E Albright Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
John E Albright Middle School's student population of 183 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
183 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
John E Albright Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John E Albright 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
#1072 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
15%
6%
Hispanic
22%
29%
Black
9%
16%
White
53%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John E Albright Middle School's ranking?
John E Albright Middle School is ranked #1072 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are John E Albright Middle School often compared to?
John E Albright Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend John E Albright Middle School?
183 students attend John E Albright Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of John E Albright Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John E Albright Middle School?
John E Albright Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does John E Albright Middle School offer ?
John E Albright Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is John E Albright Middle School part of?
John E Albright Middle School is part of Salt Creek SD 48 School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
It was a really good school.
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