Metropolis Middle School serves 183 students in grades 5-6.
Minority enrollment was 12% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
183 students
Total Classroom Teachers (02-03)
6 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
2%
28%
Black
10%
17%
White
88%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Massac Unit School District 1
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Metropolis Middle School?
183 students attend Metropolis Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Metropolis Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Metropolis Middle School offer ?
Metropolis Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Metropolis Middle School part of?
Metropolis Middle School is part of Massac Unit School District 1.
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