C F SIMMONS MIDDLE SCHOOL

C F Simmons Middle School is a public middle school that is part of the Aurora East USD 131 school district, located in Aurora, IL with about 990 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 68 teachers, C F Simmons Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

C.F. Simmons Middle School, located at 1130 Sheffer Road in Aurora, Illinois, is a public middle school serving students in grades 6 through 8 as part of the West Aurora School District 129. The school is known for its commitment to academic development and social-emotional growth, operating with a mission to prepare students for the rigors of high school while fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment. The facility serves a diverse student population, reflecting the broader demographic landscape of the Aurora community.

Academically, Simmons Middle School offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes core subjects such as mathematics, language arts, science, and social studies, alongside a variety of elective options designed to encourage student interests in the arts, technology, and physical education. Beyond the classroom, the school emphasizes student engagement through various extracurricular activities, clubs, and athletic programs. By focusing on both rigorous instruction and character building, the school aims to cultivate responsible, well-rounded citizens who are ready to transition successfully into the West Aurora High School community.

For more information, contact C F Simmons Middle School at (630) 299-4150 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1130 Sheffer Rd
Aurora, IL 60505-1936
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C F SIMMONS MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school in Aurora, IL with about 990 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Illinois

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
990
Teachers:
68.05
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 990 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending C F SIMMONS MIDDLE SCHOOL is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 91% of the student body.

Hispanic/Latino
90.6%
Black or African American
6.0%
White
1.6%
Two or more races
0.9%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.4%
Asian
0.4%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%

Female
50.5%
Male
49.5%

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.