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F E Peacock Middle School

Public | 6-8 | 328 students

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Posted September 16, 2009

this school is the greatest for the kids in our town teachers as we.ll as the princple.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 1, 2009

a very nurturing environment
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 3, 2008

I moved into Itasca in 1983 because of the school district. My son since has grown. I now have an 11 year old at the school and it is better than ever. When I consider the extra effort the teachers make to teach the students it is quite amazing. There are levels of experiences that are equal to the knowledge of the student. Every student is challenged no matter what his ability is. When addressing other parents of different districts in the same grade level Peacock appears to be so advanced. We wanted a bigger home and decided to add on just because of the school district. The teachers are available for any reason concerning your child. I love the education my son is receiving at Peacock.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 5, 2007

When we first moved here from the city, we knew that we found the better choice of an education for our child. This school first started off showing its great academics. All subjects were covered with the help of great teachers. Math, science, social studies, spanish or world cultures covered every aspect that was important for our child's education. Along with academics, music, art, and sports were a great help with building good character. The kids learn and experience different things that parents wish for them to know. That is why parents like to be involved in this school. It is in such a great community, that parents like to be involved to keep that credential going. I am really grateful that my child went through such a great education that I know will always stay with them and their memories.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 19, 2006

I sent both of my boys through Peacock. Individually, the teachers are outstanding, the team teaching concept is great, the extra curricular activities plentiful, communication with the school is constant, and the school is very safe. We moved from another district before my boys were of school age because of all three schools in this district. It was one of the best decisions we have ever made. I cannot recommend this school (and district) enough.
—Submitted by Mark K., a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 85% in 2012.

306 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
93%

2011

 
 
94%

2010

 
 
92%

2009

 
 
87%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 82% in 2012.

306 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
94%

2011

 
 
94%

2010

 
 
92%

2009

 
 
92%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Illinois used the Illinois Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 4 and 7 in science. The ISAT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Illinois. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Illinois' state standards

Source: Illinois State Board of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 85% in 2012.

306 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
98%

2011

 
 
100%

2010

 
 
92%

2009

 
 
93%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 78% in 2012.

306 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
93%

2011

 
 
94%

2010

 
 
87%

2009

 
 
95%
Science

The state average for Science was 80% in 2012.

106 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
96%

2011

 
 
98%

2010

 
 
92%

2009

 
 
96%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Illinois used the Illinois Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 4 and 7 in science. The ISAT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Illinois. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Illinois' state standards

Source: Illinois State Board of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 85% in 2012.

306 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
97%

2011

 
 
93%

2010

 
 
90%

2009

 
 
89%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 86% in 2012.

306 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
96%

2011

 
 
91%

2010

 
 
92%

2009

 
 
88%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Illinois used the Illinois Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 4 and 7 in science. The ISAT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Illinois. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Illinois' state standards

Source: Illinois State Board of Education

Math

All Students93%
Female98%
Male89%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic85%
Multiracialn/a
Native Americann/a
White95%
Low incomen/a
Non-low income93%
Students with disabilities (IEP)54%
Students without disabilities99%
English language learnersn/a
Migrantn/a

Reading

All Students94%
Female100%
Male89%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic92%
Multiracialn/a
Native Americann/a
White94%
Low incomen/a
Non-low income94%
Students with disabilities (IEP)69%
Students without disabilities98%
English language learnersn/a
Migrantn/a
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Illinois used the Illinois Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 4 and 7 in science. The ISAT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Illinois. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Illinois State Board of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Illinois' state standards

Source: Illinois State Board of Education

Math

All Students98%
Female98%
Male98%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic92%
Multiracialn/a
White99%
Low incomen/a
Non-low income99%
Students with disabilities (IEP)n/a
Students without disabilities99%
English language learnersn/a
Migrantn/a

Reading

All Students93%
Female94%
Male93%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic85%
Multiracialn/a
White94%
Low incomen/a
Non-low income94%
Students with disabilities (IEP)n/a
Students without disabilities96%
English language learnersn/a
Migrantn/a

Science

All Students96%
Female96%
Male97%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic85%
Multiracialn/a
White98%
Low incomen/a
Non-low incomen/a
Students with disabilities (IEP)n/a
Students without disabilitiesn/a
English language learnersn/a
Migrantn/a
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Illinois used the Illinois Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 4 and 7 in science. The ISAT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Illinois. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Illinois State Board of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Illinois' state standards

Source: Illinois State Board of Education

Math

All Students97%
Female98%
Male95%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
Native Americann/a
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islandern/a
White96%
Low incomen/a
Non-low income98%
Students with disabilities (IEP)82%
Students without disabilities99%
English language learnersn/a
Migrantn/a

Reading

All Students96%
Female98%
Male93%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
Native Americann/a
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islandern/a
White95%
Low incomen/a
Non-low income95%
Students with disabilities (IEP)82%
Students without disabilities98%
English language learnersn/a
Migrantn/a
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Illinois used the Illinois Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 4 and 7 in science. The ISAT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Illinois. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Illinois State Board of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Illinois' state standards

Source: Illinois State Board of Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 83% 53%
Hispanic 12% 21%
Asian/Pacific Islander 4% 4%
Black 2% 19%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 12N/A17
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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301 E North St
Itasca, IL 60143
Phone: (630) 773-0335

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