Serving 491 students in grades 6-8, Coal City 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 51% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (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 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 491 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Coal City 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
Coal City Middle School's student population of 491 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
491 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
First Day of School
Thu. Sep 4, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. May 30, 2026
School Motto
To prepare today's learners for tomorrow's challenges.
School Rankings
Coal City 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 Coal City Middle School is 0.27, 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
#210 out of 3542 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
11%
28%
Black
1%
16%
White
85%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Coal City Middle School's ranking?
Coal City Middle School is ranked #210 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Coal City Middle School?
491 students attend Coal City Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Coal City Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Coal City Middle School?
Coal City Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Coal City Middle School offer ?
Coal City Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Coal City Middle School part of?
Coal City Middle School is part of Coal City CUSD 1 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break/No School (District Events)
March 30, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day of School/Last Day Dismissal Time (District Events)
May 21, 2026 (Thursday)
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