Serving 250 students in grades 6-8, Maroa-forsyth Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 250 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maroa-forsyth Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Maroa-forsyth Middle School's student population of 250 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
250 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Maroa-forsyth Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maroa-forsyth Middle School is 0.41, 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
#1096 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
6%
Hispanic
4%
28%
Black
5%
16%
White
76%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maroa-forsyth Middle School's ranking?
Maroa-forsyth Middle School is ranked #1096 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Maroa-forsyth Middle School often compared to?
Maroa-forsyth Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hope Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Maroa-forsyth Middle School?
250 students attend Maroa-forsyth Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Maroa-forsyth Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Maroa-forsyth Middle School?
Maroa-forsyth Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Maroa-forsyth Middle School offer ?
Maroa-forsyth Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Maroa-forsyth Middle School part of?
Maroa-forsyth Middle School is part of Maroa Forsyth CUSD 2 School District.
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