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Plano Middle School

Middle School · Plano CUSD 88

804 S Hale St, Plano, IL 60545

Enrollment

348

Student-Teacher

12:1

Score

5.2

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#2,772 of 3,813

In Plano

#5 of 5

public schools

In district

#5 of 5

Plano CUSD 88

School environment

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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Plano Middle School

5.2/10

Middle School in Plano · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Plano Middle School

Plano Middle School is a public middle school in Plano, IL, part of Plano CUSD 88. Plano Middle School serves approximately 348 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Plano Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,772 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Plano Middle School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • IL avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.7Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-6.45 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.2Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency18% (2019 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency23% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency21% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)23% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-2.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile46th
Resources & Environment8.0Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,971
Chronic Absenteeism19.3%

Plano Middle School — Students at Plano Middle School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

58.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 43.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2019)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 45.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 23 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
78%
ELA
76%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
78%
2011
Math
80%
ELA
81%
2012
Math
56%
ELA
55%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
24%
ELA
36%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
41%
2016
Math
20%
ELA
25%
2017
Math
16%
ELA
20%
2018
Math
18%
ELA
28%
2019
Math
18%
ELA
28%
2022
ELA
23%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.7/10.

How Plano Middle School Compares

See how Plano Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.2/10
27th percentile in IL
Academic
6.2/10
Average
Growth
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
59%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.3%

Location

804 S Hale St, Plano, IL 60545

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Plano Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Hinckley-Big Rock Middle Sch (rated 7.7/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Big Rock), which scores notably higher. Another option is Millbrook Junior High School (rated 6.4/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Newark), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Yorkville Intermediate School (rated 6.2/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Yorkville), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Plano, see our Plano schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Centennial Elem School Plano 0.2 mi 5.2
P H Miller Elem School Plano 1.1 mi 6.0
Plano High School Plano 1.0 mi 6.9
Emily G Johns School Plano 1.6 mi 5.7
Millbrook Junior High School Newark 4.2 mi 6.4
Yorkville High School Yorkville 4.1 mi 5.5
Yorkville Grade School Yorkville 4.3 mi 6.2
Sandwich Community High School Sandwich 4.4 mi 6.3
PARKVIEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Yorkville 4.4 mi 6.8
W W Woodbury Elem School Sandwich 4.4 mi 7.5
GRACE HOLISTIC CENTER FOR EDUCATION Yorkville 4.6 mi 6.9
Yorkville Early Childhood Center Yorkville 4.7 mi
Herman E Dummer Sandwich 4.6 mi 6.9
Lynn G Haskin Elementary School Sandwich 4.6 mi 7.7
Sandwich Middle School Sandwich 4.6 mi 6.0
Yorkville Intermediate School Yorkville 4.7 mi 6.2
Circle Center Grade School Yorkville 4.7 mi 6.7
Prairie View Elem School Sandwich 5.0 mi 7.7
Bristol Grade School Bristol 5.8 mi 7.9
Hinckley-Big Rock Middle Sch Big Rock 7.6 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60545 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$84,920

Median Home Value

$235,500

Median Rent

$1,571/mo

Population

14,191

College Educated

27.4%

Homeownership

76.4%

Avg Commute

29.7 min

Poverty Rate

10.1%

Median Age

34.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Plano Middle School

What grades does Plano Middle School serve?

Plano Middle School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Plano Middle School?

Plano Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 348 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Plano Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Plano Middle School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Plano Middle School rank in IL?

Plano Middle School ranks #2,772 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Plano Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Plano Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Plano Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Plano Middle School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Plano Middle School a charter school?

No, Plano Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Plano Middle School a Title I school?

No, Plano Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Plano Middle School?

58.6% of students at Plano 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
44 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
348
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Free/Reduced Lunch
58.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Kendall County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.3%

District

Plano CUSD 88
District Enrollment
2,434
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,971
District Rank
#5 of 5

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