Serving 278 students in grades 5-8, John L Nash 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 21% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower 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 Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 278 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John L Nash Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
John L Nash Middle School's student population of 278 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
278 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
A Great Place for a Child to Grow
School Rankings
John L Nash 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 John L Nash Middle School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2044 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Hispanic
5%
29%
White
92%
45%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John L Nash Middle School's ranking?
John L Nash Middle School is ranked #2044 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend John L Nash Middle School?
278 students attend John L Nash Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of John L Nash Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John L Nash Middle School?
John L Nash Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does John L Nash Middle School offer ?
John L Nash Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is John L Nash Middle School part of?
John L Nash Middle School is part of Central CUSD 4 School District.
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