Serving 985 students in grades 6-8, Eisenhower 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 6% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 985 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eisenhower Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Eisenhower Middle School's student population of 985 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
985 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Rankings
Eisenhower 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 Eisenhower Middle School is 0.73, which is more 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
#2804 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
23%
28%
Black
24%
17%
White
39%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
2%
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 Eisenhower Middle School's ranking?
Eisenhower Middle School is ranked #2804 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Eisenhower Middle School often compared to?
Eisenhower Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Middle School, Thurgood Marshall School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Eisenhower Middle School?
985 students attend Eisenhower Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Eisenhower Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eisenhower Middle School?
Eisenhower Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Eisenhower Middle School offer ?
Eisenhower Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Eisenhower Middle School part of?
Eisenhower Middle School is part of Rockford SD 205 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
K-12: First Day of School
August 14, 2025 (Thursday)
Early Childhood: First Day of School
August 18, 2025 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break - No School
March 30, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break - No School
April 01, 2026 (Wednesday)
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