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Zadok Casey Middle School

Middle School · Mount Vernon SD 80

1829 Broadway St, Mount Vernon, IL 62864

Enrollment

392

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

4.7

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#3,156 of 3,813

In Mount Vernon

#9 of 9

public schools

In district

#4 of 4

Mount Vernon SD 80

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Zadok Casey Middle School

4.7/10

Middle School in Mount Vernon · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Zadok Casey Middle School

Zadok Casey Middle School is a public middle school in Mount Vernon, IL, part of Mount Vernon SD 80. Zadok Casey Middle School serves approximately 392 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Zadok Casey Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #3,156 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Zadok Casey Middle School show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.4 pts below IL schools
  • This school 4.7 · Below Average
  • IL avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

43% of students at Zadok Casey 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.6Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.69 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.0Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency6% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency9% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency8% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)13% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-5.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile21th
Resources & Environment5.7Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,791
Chronic Absenteeism43.4%

Zadok Casey Middle School — Students at Zadok Casey Middle School score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 13%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

80.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 28.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 30.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 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
72%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
74%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
70%
ELA
64%
2012
Math
40%
ELA
39%
2013
Math
34%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
14%
ELA
22%
2015
Math
19%
ELA
26%
2016
Math
9%
ELA
12%
2017
Math
12%
ELA
25%
2018
Math
9%
ELA
17%
2019
Math
9%
ELA
17%
2020*
Math
6%
ELA
10%
2021*
Math
6%
ELA
10%
2022
ELA
9%

* 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: 4.6/10.

How Zadok Casey Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.7/10
17th percentile in IL
Academic
4.0/10
Below Average
Growth
4.6/10
Below Average
Environment
5.7/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
80%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
43.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1829 Broadway St, Mount Vernon, IL 62864

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Zadok Casey Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Woodlawn Grade School (rated 8.9/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Woodlawn), which scores notably higher. Another option is Spring Garden Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 4.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Summersville Grade School (rated 8.2/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mount Vernon, see our Mount Vernon schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.3 mi
School Distance Rating
VICTORY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mount Vernon 0.1 mi
ST MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mount Vernon 0.3 mi 6.5
Dr Nick Osborne Primary Center Mount Vernon 0.8 mi 4.8
Dr Andy Hall Early Educ Ctr Mount Vernon 0.9 mi 6.6
CORAM DEO CLASSICAL SCHOOL Mount Vernon 1.4 mi 7.2
CORAM DEO CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mount Vernon 1.4 mi 6.3
J L Buford Intermediate Ed Ctr Mount Vernon 1.3 mi 5.0
Bethel Grade School Mount Vernon 2.5 mi 7.1
Mount Vernon High School Mount Vernon 2.8 mi 5.2
Summersville Grade School Mount Vernon 2.7 mi 8.2
McClellan Elementary School Mount Vernon 4.1 mi 8.0
Spring Garden Elementary School Mount Vernon 4.7 mi 8.4
Woodlawn Grade School Woodlawn 6.6 mi 8.9
Woodlawn High School Woodlawn 6.8 mi 7.6
Field Elementary School Texico 8.5 mi 5.2
Rome Comm Cons Elem School Dix 8.7 mi 4.9
Opdyke-Belle Rive Grade Sch Opdyke 7.7 mi 7.4
Spring Garden Middle School Ina 11.6 mi 6.3
Bluford Grade School Bluford 9.3 mi 8.0
Waltonville Grade School Waltonville 10.3 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 62864 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$58,082

Median Home Value

$117,600

Median Rent

$882/mo

Population

23,061

College Educated

21.1%

Homeownership

66%

Avg Commute

16.9 min

Poverty Rate

14.6%

Median Age

41

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Zadok Casey Middle School

What grades does Zadok Casey Middle School serve?

Zadok Casey Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Zadok Casey Middle School?

Zadok Casey Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 392 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Zadok Casey Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Zadok Casey Middle School is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Zadok Casey Middle School rank in IL?

Zadok Casey Middle School ranks #3,156 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Zadok Casey Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Zadok Casey Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Zadok Casey Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Zadok Casey Middle School has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Zadok Casey Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Zadok Casey Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

80.1% of students at Zadok Casey 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
66 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
392
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
80.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Jefferson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
43.4%

District

Mount Vernon SD 80
District Enrollment
1,491
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,791
District Rank
#4 of 4

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