Serving 584 students in grades 6-8, Dunlap Valley Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 584 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dunlap Valley 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
Dunlap Valley Middle School's student population of 584 students has grown by 54% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 54% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
584 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Dunlap Valley 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 Dunlap Valley Middle School is 0.61, 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
#265 out of 3542 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
6%
Hispanic
6%
28%
Black
12%
16%
White
59%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Dunlap Valley Middle School's ranking?
Dunlap Valley Middle School is ranked #265 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Dunlap Valley Middle School often compared to?
Dunlap Valley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dunlap Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Dunlap Valley Middle School?
584 students attend Dunlap Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Dunlap Valley Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dunlap Valley Middle School?
Dunlap Valley Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dunlap Valley Middle School offer ?
Dunlap Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Dunlap Valley Middle School part of?
Dunlap Valley Middle School is part of Dunlap CUSD 323 School District.
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