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#3641 of 3,813 schools in IL
John Deere Middle School
Middle School · Moline-Coal Valley CUSD 40
2035 11th St, Moline, IL 61265
Enrollment
744
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
3.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
744
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
3.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,641 of 3,813
In Moline
#9 of 13
public schools
In district
#10 of 14
Moline-Coal Valley CUSD 40
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About John Deere Middle School
John Deere Middle School is a public middle school in Moline, IL, part of Moline-Coal Valley CUSD 40. John Deere Middle School serves approximately 744 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. John Deere Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,641 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for John Deere Middle School show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.6
- IL avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at John Deere Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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John Deere Middle School — Students at John Deere Middle School score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
62.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.9/10.
How John Deere Middle School Compares
See how John Deere Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2035 11th St, Moline, IL 61265
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John Deere Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. RIVERMONT COLLEGIATE (rated 8.0/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Bettendorf), which scores notably higher. Another option is QUAD CITIES CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LOURDES CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Bettendorf), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Moline, see our Moline schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lincoln-Irving Elem School Moline | 0.4 mi | 2.9 |
| SETON CATHOLIC SCHOOL Moline | 0.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Willard Elem School Moline | 0.6 mi | 2.7 |
| Hamilton Elem School Moline | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Moline | 0.7 mi | — |
| QUAD CITIES CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Moline | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Logan Elem School Moline | 1.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Denkmann Elem School Rock Island | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| ALLEMAN HIGH SCHOOL Rock Island | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Longfellow Elem School Rock Island | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Jefferson Early Childhood Ctr Moline | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Washington Jr High School Rock Island | 1.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Horace Mann ELC Rock Island | 2.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Roosevelt Elem School Moline | 1.9 mi | 3.3 |
| Moline Sr High School Moline | 2.0 mi | 6.5 |
| LOURDES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Bettendorf | 2.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Eugene Field Elem School Rock Island | 2.1 mi | 5.5 |
| RIVERMONT COLLEGIATE Bettendorf | 2.8 mi | 8.0 |
| George Washington Elem School Moline | 2.3 mi | 4.2 |
| JORDAN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Rock Island | 2.4 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 61265 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,910
Median Home Value
$142,300
Median Rent
$890/mo
Population
43,851
College Educated
28.4%
Homeownership
66.4%
Avg Commute
18.9 min
Poverty Rate
16%
Median Age
38.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Challand Middle School Sterling, IL | 3.6 |
| Eisenhower Middle School Rockford, IL | 3.6 |
| Rockford Envrnmntl Science Acad Rockford, IL | 3.6 |
| Washington Middle School Springfield, IL | 3.6 |
| Woodrow Wilson Middle School Moline, IL | 3.6 |
| Abraham Lincoln Middle School Rockford, IL | 3.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John Deere Middle School
What grades does John Deere Middle School serve?
John Deere Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend John Deere Middle School?
John Deere Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 744 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John Deere Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at John Deere Middle School is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John Deere Middle School rank in IL?
John Deere Middle School ranks #3,641 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is John Deere Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
John Deere Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at John Deere Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John Deere Middle School has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is John Deere Middle School a charter school?
No, John Deere Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John Deere Middle School a Title I school?
No, John Deere Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John Deere Middle School?
62.4% of students at John Deere Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 744
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 62.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Rock Island County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.9%
- Phone
- (309) 743-1622
Resources & Links
District
Moline-Coal Valley CUSD 40- District Enrollment
- 7,254
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,998
- District Rank
- #10 of 14
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