Serving 608 students in grades 5-8, Ingersoll 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 18% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 608 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ingersoll Middle School's student population of 608 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
608 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Canton student is achieving at his or her maximum potential in an engaging, inspiring, and fluid learning environment.
School Rankings
Ingersoll 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 Ingersoll Middle School is 0.19, 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
#1934 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
2%
28%
Black
2%
16%
White
90%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Ingersoll Middle School's ranking?
Ingersoll Middle School is ranked #1934 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Ingersoll Middle School often compared to?
Ingersoll Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Royals Rssp Canton, Canton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Ingersoll Middle School?
608 students attend Ingersoll Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Ingersoll Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ingersoll Middle School?
Ingersoll Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ingersoll Middle School offer ?
Ingersoll Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Ingersoll Middle School part of?
Ingersoll Middle School is part of Canton Union SD 66 School District.
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