Forreston Middle School serves 243 students in grades 6-8.
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 was higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which was lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
243 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
2%
28%
Black
2%
17%
White
95%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Forreston Middle School?
243 students attend Forreston Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Forreston Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forreston Middle School?
Forreston Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Forreston Middle School offer ?
Forreston Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Forreston Middle School part of?
Forreston Middle School is part of Forrestville Valley Community Unit School District 221.
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