Serving 465 students in grades 5-8, Limestone Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 465 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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Limestone Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
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Limestone Middle School's student population of 465 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
465 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Limestone Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Limestone Middle School is 0.17, 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
#1085 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
4%
28%
Black
n/a
17%
White
91%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
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
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Limestone Middle School's ranking?
Limestone Middle School is ranked #1085 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Limestone Middle School?
465 students attend Limestone Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Limestone Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Limestone Middle School?
Limestone Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Limestone Middle School offer ?
Limestone Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Limestone Middle School part of?
Limestone Middle School is part of Herscher Community Unit School District 2.
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