Below Average
#3047 of 3,813 schools in IL
Wirth/parks Middle School
Middle School · Cahokia CUSD 187
1900 Mousette Ln, Cahokia, IL 62206
Enrollment
623
Student-Teacher
62.3:1
Score
4.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
623
Student-Teacher
62.3:1
Score
4.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,047 of 3,813
In Cahokia
#2 of 7
public schools
In district
#2 of 8
Cahokia CUSD 187
Academic growth
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Wirth/parks Middle School
Wirth/parks Middle School is a public middle school in Cahokia, IL, part of Cahokia CUSD 187. Wirth/parks Middle School serves approximately 623 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 62.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Wirth/parks Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,047 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Wirth/parks Middle School show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2019) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- IL avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Wirth/parks Middle School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Wirth/parks Middle School runs 62.3:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
71% of students at Wirth/parks 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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Wirth/parks Middle School — Students at Wirth/parks Middle School score 4% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 9%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 17 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.4/10.
How Wirth/parks Middle School Compares
See how Wirth/parks Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1900 Mousette Ln, Cahokia, IL 62206
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wirth/parks Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Mason/Clark Middle Sch (rated 5.5/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby East Saint Louis), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, East St Louis-Lincoln Middle Sch (rated 5.1/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby East Saint Louis), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Cahokia, see our Cahokia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JTC ACADEMY Centreville | 1.3 mi | — |
| Penniman Elem School Cahokia | 1.3 mi | 2.4 |
| Lalumier Elem School Centreville | 1.4 mi | 3.8 |
| Estelle Sauget School of Choice Cahokia | 1.5 mi | 2.4 |
| Cahokia High School Cahokia | 1.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Elizabeth Morris Elem School Cahokia | 2.5 mi | 2.5 |
| Maplewood Elem School Cahokia | 2.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Dunbar Elem School East Saint Louis | 3.3 mi | 3.7 |
| Annette Officer Elementary East Saint Louis | 3.6 mi | 4.3 |
| Mason/Clark Middle Sch East Saint Louis | 3.4 mi | 5.5 |
| East St Louis Senior High School East Saint Louis | 3.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Huffman Elem School Cahokia | 3.1 mi | 5.8 |
| East St Louis-Lincoln Middle Sch East Saint Louis | 4.2 mi | 5.1 |
| JTC BOYS ACADEMY Centreville | 3.6 mi | — |
| Ellis Elem School Belleville | 3.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Katie Harper-Wright Elem East Saint Louis | 3.9 mi | 5.9 |
| SIU Charter Sch of East St Louis East Saint Louis | 4.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Vivian Adams Early Child Ctr East Saint Louis | 4.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Wyvetter Younge Sch of Excellence East Saint Louis | 4.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Signal Hill Elem School Belleville | 4.0 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 62206 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$39,520
Median Home Value
$57,700
Median Rent
$1,021/mo
Population
13,155
College Educated
11.6%
Homeownership
57.6%
Avg Commute
28.7 min
Poverty Rate
29.9%
Median Age
33.3
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Broadmoor Junior High School Pekin, IL | 4.8 |
| Elden D Finley Jr High School Chicago Ridge, IL | 4.8 |
| Grove Jr High School Elk Grove Village, IL | 4.8 |
| K D Waldo Middle School Aurora, IL | 4.8 |
| Drauden Point Middle School Plainfield, IL | 4.7 |
| Edith M Smith Middle School Waukegan, IL | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wirth/parks Middle School
What grades does Wirth/parks Middle School serve?
Wirth/parks Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Wirth/parks Middle School?
Wirth/parks Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 623 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wirth/parks Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Wirth/parks Middle School is 62.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wirth/parks Middle School rank in IL?
Wirth/parks Middle School ranks #3,047 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Wirth/parks Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Wirth/parks Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Wirth/parks Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wirth/parks Middle School has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2019) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).
Is Wirth/parks Middle School a charter school?
No, Wirth/parks Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wirth/parks Middle School a Title I school?
No, Wirth/parks Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wirth/parks Middle School?
88.6% of students at Wirth/parks 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 623
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 62.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Clair County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 70.8%
- Phone
- (618) 332-5901
Resources & Links
District
Cahokia CUSD 187- District Enrollment
- 3,056
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,171
- District Rank
- #2 of 8
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