Pecatonica Community Middle School

Summary:

Pecatonica Community Middle School is a public middle school serving grades 5-8 in Pecatonica, Illinois, with 285 students. The school is part of the Pecatonica CUSD 321 district, which is ranked 245 out of 813 districts in Illinois and has a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Pecatonica Community Middle School consistently ranks among the top middle schools in Illinois, reaching as high as 65th out of 1,356 schools in 2018-2019. The school's performance on state assessments is generally above the state and district averages, particularly in English Language Arts and Science. For example, in 2023-2024, 43.4% of Pecatonica students were proficient or better in ELA, compared to 41.2% statewide. In Science, 62.3% of Pecatonica students were proficient or better, compared to 53.2% statewide. The school has also shown strong performance across different student subgroups, including female, male, and low socioeconomic status students.

While Pecatonica Community Middle School outperforms nearby schools like Carl Sandburg Middle School and Abraham Lincoln Middle School in academic achievement and student group performance, the nearby Thurgood Marshall School in Rockford stands out as an exceptional performer, ranking among the top 5 middle schools in Illinois in recent years. Pecatonica Community Middle School's relatively lower chronic absenteeism rate compared to nearby schools may be a factor in its stronger academic outcomes.


Detail:

Public 5-8

 1200 Main St
       Pecatonica, IL  61063-9440


(815) 239-2612

District: Pecatonica CUSD 321

SchoolDigger Rank:
553rd of 1,363 Illinois Middle Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $13,314 Help


Students who attend Pecatonica Community Middle School usually attend:

High:    Pecatonica High School

Feeder schools for Pecatonica Community Middle School:

Elementary:    Pecatonica Elementary School

Student/teacher ratio:  15.0 Help
Number of students:  285

Racial breakdown:

White:
89.1%
Hispanic:
4.2%
Two or more races:
3.2%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  23.9% Help


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Compare Details Pecatonica Community Middle School ranks better than 59.4% of middle schools in Illinois. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 53.33. (See more...)
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Chronic absenteeism in a high school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Pecatonica Community Middle School is $13,314.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Pecatonica Community Middle School:

SchoolDigger ranks Pecatonica Community Middle School 553rd of 1363 Illinois public middle schools. (See Pecatonica Community Middle School in the ranking list.)

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Pecatonica CUSD 321:

SchoolDigger ranks Pecatonica CUSD 321 245th of 813 Illinois school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Pecatonica Community Middle School

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Rank History for all students at Pecatonica Community Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools IL State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2004 65.82 459th 1204 61.9%
2005 53.83 669th 1209 44.7%
2006 50.43 747th 1272 41.3%
2007 59.20 614th 1287 52.3%
2008 54.50 706th 1293 45.4%
2009 70.05 418th 1318 68.3%
2010 80.90 178th 1327 86.6%
2011 81.00 176th 1344 86.9%
2012 80.41 199th 1365 85.4%
2013 81.65 208th 1367 84.8%
2014 73.17 320th 1322 75.8%
2015 82.66 186th 1302 85.7%
2016 89.96 99th 1294 92.3%
2017 84.83 165th 1293 87.2%
2018 92.59 69th 1293 94.7%
2019 93.18 65th 1356 95.2%
2021 92.04 73rd 1241 94.1%
2022 81.21 205th 1369 85.0%
2023 73.04 299th 1367 78.1%
2024 53.33 553rd 1363 59.4%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Pecatonica Community Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools IL State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 74.49 98th 792 87.6%
2021 52.74 161st 548 70.6%
2022 42.43 344th 781 56.0%
2023 21.57 728th 805 9.6%
2024 51.29 283rd 802 64.7%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Pecatonica Community Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools IL State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 94.63 26th 1161 97.8%
2019 93.15 34th 1217 97.2%
2021 91.10 39th 1019 96.2%
2022 90.44 42nd 1221 96.6%
2023 74.87 183rd 1234 85.2%
2024 43.95 631st 1219 48.2%
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Rank History for Female students at Pecatonica Community Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools IL State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 90.35 77th 1226 93.7%
2019 93.26 50th 1276 96.1%
2021 89.36 68th 1017 93.3%
2022 82.14 178th 1286 86.2%
2023 72.90 274th 1275 78.5%
2024 58.39 450th 1251 64.0%
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Rank History for Disabled students at Pecatonica Community Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools IL State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 55.89 196th 674 70.9%
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Rank History for Male students at Pecatonica Community Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools IL State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 93.22 57th 1223 95.3%
2019 90.17 92nd 1296 92.9%
2021 88.98 74th 1048 92.9%
2022 77.80 215th 1286 83.3%
2023 70.49 296th 1292 77.1%
2024 49.11 556th 1264 56.0%
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Rank History for White students at Pecatonica Community Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools IL State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 85.49 84th 889 90.6%
2019 87.92 61st 905 93.3%
2021 85.64 80th 813 90.2%
2022 67.50 237th 898 73.6%
2023 58.30 328th 895 63.4%
2024 35.33 574th 875 34.4%
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Data source: test scores: Illinois State Board of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Enrollment information for Pecatonica Community Middle School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
2004 276 0 1 7 0 n/a n/a 0 284
2005 282 2 3 9 1 n/a n/a 1 298
2006 312 0 5 9 1 n/a n/a 0 327
2007 308 0 2 7 0 n/a n/a 5 322
2008 312 0 0 9 0 n/a n/a 6 327
2009 302 0 1 9 0 n/a n/a 4 316
2010 279 2 0 9 0 n/a n/a 2 292
2011 271 0 0 7 2 1 7 0 288
2012 272 0 1 0 5 0 7 0 285
2013 253 0 1 11 4 0 6 0 275
2014 264 1 4 10 4 0 6 0 289
2015 244 1 4 12 3 0 8 0 272
2016 228 2 3 14 3 0 6 0 256
2017 261 3 4 17 2 0 8 0 295
2018 245 3 3 17 1 0 8 0 277
2019 262 6 3 17 0 0 9 0 297
2020 285 3 3 14 1 0 9 0 315
2021 262 3 3 12 1 0 8 0 289
2022 262 3 2 12 2 0 6 0 287
2023 254 6 2 12 2 0 9 0 285

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

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For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Pecatonica Community Middle School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2004 284 11.0 25.8 10.9
2005 298 13.0 22.9 14.1
2006 327 12.5 26.2 12.2
2007 322 11.0 29.3 13.9
2008 327 14.0 23.4 12.1
2009 316 16.0 19.8 15.4
2010 292 18.0 16.2 22.8
2011 288 18.0 16.0 27.8
2012 285 19.0 15.0 22.1
2013 275 22.3 12.2 22.2
2014 289 17.5 16.5 24.9
2015 272 18.0 15.1 26.1
2016 256 20.0 12.8 30.5
2017 295 20.0 14.7 31.2
2018 277 18.9 14.6 25.6
2019 297 17.9 16.5 24.9
2020 315 20.0 15.7 24.1
2021 289 n/a n/a n/a
2022 287 19.7 14.5 19.5
2023 285 19.0 15.0 23.9

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Pecatonica Community Middle School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2004 284 11.0 25.8 10.9
2005 298 13.0 22.9 14.1
2006 327 12.5 26.2 12.2
2007 322 11.0 29.3 13.9
2008 327 14.0 23.4 12.1
2009 316 16.0 19.8 15.4
2010 292 18.0 16.2 22.8
2011 288 18.0 16.0 27.8
2012 285 19.0 15.0 22.1
2013 275 22.3 12.2 22.2
2014 289 17.5 16.5 24.9
2015 272 18.0 15.1 26.1
2016 256 20.0 12.8 30.5
2017 295 20.0 14.7 31.2
2018 277 18.9 14.6 25.6
2019 297 17.9 16.5 24.9
2020 315 20.0 15.7 24.1
2021 289 n/a n/a n/a
2022 287 19.7 14.5 19.5
2023 285 19.0 15.0 23.9

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Immunization Rates

Pecatonica Community Middle School

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YearPolioMeaslesMumpsRubellaHepatitis BVaricellaDTPMeningococcal
201599.6%100.0%100.0%100.0%75.8%100.0%99.3%
2016100.0%100.0%100.0%100.0%78.7%99.6%21.3%26.1%
2017100.0%100.0%100.0%100.0%72.5%99.7%99.3%43.3%
201899.7%99.3%99.3%99.3%72.8%99.7%99.3%72.8%
201998.7%99.0%99.0%99.0%73.7%99.0%98.7%74.3%
202197.9%97.9%97.9%97.9%97.9%97.9%97.2%74.3%
202297.2%97.6%97.6%97.6%97.2%97.6%96.5%74.3%
202396.8%96.5%96.5%96.5%97.2%96.1%96.1%75.7%
202495.7%96.1%96.1%96.1%97.7%95.7%95.3%77.3%

Data source: Illinois State Board of Education
Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Pecatonica Community Middle School

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $625 (3.5%) $17,203 (96.5%) $17,829
2020 $241 (2.5%) $9,475 (97.5%) $9,716
2021 $344 (3.2%) $10,483 (96.8%) $10,827
2022 $344 (3.2%) $10,483 (96.8%) $10,827
2023 $559 (4.6%) $11,660 (95.4%) $12,219
2024 $408 (3.1%) $12,906 (96.9%) $13,314

Data source: Illinois Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Pecatonica Community Middle School

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 65th of 1356 Middle schoolsRanks 299th of 1367 Middle schools
 17.1%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
5th Grade English Language Arts (Pecatonica Community Middle School)6937
 32%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Pecatonica CUSD 321)6937
 32%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Illinois)37.935.2
 2.7%
5th Grade Mathematics (Pecatonica Community Middle School)53.629.6
 24%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Pecatonica CUSD 321)53.629.6
 24%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Illinois)29.825.6
 4.2%
5th Grade Science (Pecatonica Community Middle School)71.867.3
 4.5%
   5th Grade Science (Pecatonica CUSD 321)71.867.3
 4.5%
   5th Grade Science (Illinois)54.452.4
 2%
6th Grade English Language Arts (Pecatonica Community Middle School)76.337.3
 39%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (Pecatonica CUSD 321)76.337.3
 39%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (Illinois)3534.2
 0.8%
6th Grade Mathematics (Pecatonica Community Middle School)41.426.9
 14.5%
   6th Grade Mathematics (Pecatonica CUSD 321)41.426.9
 14.5%
   6th Grade Mathematics (Illinois)25.323.4
 1.9%
7th Grade English Language Arts (Pecatonica Community Middle School)77.138.3
 38.8%
   7th Grade English Language Arts (Pecatonica CUSD 321)77.138.3
 38.8%
   7th Grade English Language Arts (Illinois)41.237.9
 3.3%
7th Grade Mathematics (Pecatonica Community Middle School)60.231.5
 28.7%
   7th Grade Mathematics (Pecatonica CUSD 321)60.231.5
 28.7%
   7th Grade Mathematics (Illinois)29.926.9
 3%
8th Grade English Language Arts (Pecatonica Community Middle School)74.269.2
 5%
   8th Grade English Language Arts (Pecatonica CUSD 321)74.269.2
 5%
   8th Grade English Language Arts (Illinois)39.640.5
 0.9%
8th Grade Mathematics (Pecatonica Community Middle School)46.733.4
 13.3%
   8th Grade Mathematics (Pecatonica CUSD 321)46.733.4
 13.3%
   8th Grade Mathematics (Illinois)32.625.7
 6.9%
8th Grade Science (Pecatonica Community Middle School)83.984.8
 0.9%
   8th Grade Science (Pecatonica CUSD 321)83.984.8
 0.9%
   8th Grade Science (Illinois)5552
 3%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students297285
 4%
African American66
American Indian02
Asian32
 33.3%
Hispanic1712
 29.4%
Pacific Islander00
White262254
 3.1%
Two or More Races99
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients24.9%23.9%
 1.1%


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Frequently Asked Questions about Pecatonica Community Middle School

In the 2022-23 school year, 285 students attended Pecatonica Community Middle School.

Students at Pecatonica Community Middle School are 89% White, 4% Hispanic, 3% Two or more races, 2% African American.

Students who attend Pecatonica Community Middle School usually go on to attend Pecatonica High School

Pecatonica Community Middle School ranks 553rd of 1363 Illinois middle schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau, the Illinois Department of Public Health and the Illinois State Board of Education.

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