Serving 945 students in grades 6-8, Mascoutah 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 52% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (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 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 945 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mascoutah 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
Mascoutah Middle School's student population of 945 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
945 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Provide Excellence in Learning by Engaging Every Student, Every Day
School Rankings
Mascoutah 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 Mascoutah Middle School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#344 out of 3542 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
10%
28%
Black
9%
16%
White
69%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mascoutah Middle School's ranking?
Mascoutah Middle School is ranked #344 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Mascoutah Middle School often compared to?
Mascoutah Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fulton Jr High School, Amelia V Carriel Jr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Mascoutah Middle School?
945 students attend Mascoutah Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Mascoutah Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mascoutah Middle School?
Mascoutah Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mascoutah Middle School offer ?
Mascoutah Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Mascoutah Middle School part of?
Mascoutah Middle School is part of Mascoutah Cud 19 School District.
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