Challand Middle School
710 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Challand Middle School, located in Sterling, Illinois, serves as a pivotal educational hub for the local community, catering to students in grades 6 through 8. As part of the Sterling Public Schools district, the institution is committed to fostering an environment that balances academic rigor with social-emotional development. The school’s curriculum is designed to help students transition from elementary education to the more complex demands of high school, emphasizing core subjects such as mathematics, science, language arts, and social studies, while also offering opportunities for elective exploration.
Beyond the classroom, Challand Middle School places a strong emphasis on student engagement and community involvement. The school offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletic programs, music ensembles, and various clubs, which aim to help students discover their unique interests and build character. By prioritizing a supportive school culture and utilizing a dedicated faculty, Challand seeks to empower its students to become responsible, lifelong learners who are well-prepared for their future academic endeavors at Sterling High School.
Beyond the classroom, Challand Middle School places a strong emphasis on student engagement and community involvement. The school offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletic programs, music ensembles, and various clubs, which aim to help students discover their unique interests and build character. By prioritizing a supportive school culture and utilizing a dedicated faculty, Challand seeks to empower its students to become responsible, lifelong learners who are well-prepared for their future academic endeavors at Sterling High School.
710
Total Students
45.5
Full-Time Teachers
15.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 393 |
| Hispanic | 256 |
| Black | 12 |
| Asian | 7 |
| Two or More | 41 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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White393 (55.4 %)
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Hispanic256 (36.1 %)
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Two or More41 (5.8 %)
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Black12 (1.7 %)
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Asian7 (1.0 %)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Sterling CUSD 5 |
| Phone: | (815)626-3300 |
| Website: | http://www.sterlingpublicschools.org |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 710 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 45.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 15.6 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 0 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
244
Grade 7
244
Grade 8
222
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 244 |
| Grade 7 | 244 |
| Grade 8 | 222 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 356 | 50.1% |
| Male | 354 | 49.9% |
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)
241 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th