Serving 770 students in grades 6-8, John Deere Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 770 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John Deere Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
John Deere Middle School's student population of 770 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
770 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Year Founded
1930
School Calendar
School Rankings
John Deere Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John Deere Middle School is 0.69, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2703 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
38%
29%
Black
12%
16%
White
39%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Moline-Coal Valley CUSD 40 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Spartan
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John Deere Middle School's ranking?
John Deere Middle School is ranked #2703 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are John Deere Middle School often compared to?
John Deere Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodrow Wilson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend John Deere Middle School?
770 students attend John Deere Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of John Deere Middle School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John Deere Middle School?
John Deere Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does John Deere Middle School offer ?
John Deere Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is John Deere Middle School part of?
John Deere Middle School is part of Moline-Coal Valley CUSD 40 School District.
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