Serving 258 students in grades 6-8, Eldorado Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 258 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Eldorado Middle School's student population of 258 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
258 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Eldorado 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 Eldorado Middle School is 0.15, 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
#1216 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
4%
28%
Black
1%
16%
White
92%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Eldorado Middle School's ranking?
Eldorado Middle School is ranked #1216 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Eldorado Middle School?
258 students attend Eldorado Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Eldorado Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eldorado Middle School?
Eldorado Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Eldorado Middle School offer ?
Eldorado Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Eldorado Middle School part of?
Eldorado Middle School is part of Eldorado CUSD 4 School District.
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