NIPPERSINK MIDDLE SCHOOL
Nippersink Middle School is a public middle school that is part of the Nippersink SD 2 school district, located in Richmond, IL with about 433 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. With about 34 teachers, Nippersink Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Nippersink Middle School, located in Richmond, Illinois, serves students in grades 6 through 8 as part of Nippersink School District 2. The school is known for its focus on fostering a supportive transition between elementary and high school, emphasizing both academic rigor and social-emotional development. With a commitment to "growing together," the school provides a comprehensive curriculum that includes core subjects, elective opportunities, and extracurricular activities designed to engage young adolescents during a pivotal stage of their development.
The school operates within a close-knit community, priding itself on small-town values while maintaining modern educational standards. Its facilities and programming are structured to encourage student participation in sports, music, and various clubs, aiming to produce well-rounded individuals. By prioritizing collaboration between staff, students, and parents, Nippersink Middle School seeks to build a strong foundation for future success, ensuring that graduates are prepared for the challenges and expectations of high school.
For more information, contact Nippersink Middle School at (815) 678-7129 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Richmond, IL 60071-9436
(815) 678-7129
NIPPERSINK MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school in Richmond, IL with about 433 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Illinois
School Details
- Level:
- Middle School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Nippersink SD 2
- Total Students:
- 433
- Teachers:
- 34
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 433 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending NIPPERSINK MIDDLE SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 85% of the student body.
- White
- 85.0%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 9.9%
- Two or more races
- 2.3%
- Asian
- 1.8%
- Black or African American
- 0.9%
- Female
- 51.5%
- Male
- 48.5%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.