Serving 696 students in grades 6-8, Glen Crest Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 696 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glen Crest Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Glen Crest Middle School's student population of 696 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
696 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Glen Crest Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glen Crest Middle School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#665 out of 3663 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
5%
Hispanic
15%
27%
Black
8%
17%
White
57%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glen Crest Middle School's ranking?
Glen Crest Middle School is ranked #665 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Glen Crest Middle School often compared to?
Glen Crest Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glenn Westlake Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Glen Crest Middle School?
696 students attend Glen Crest Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Glen Crest Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glen Crest Middle School?
Glen Crest Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Glen Crest Middle School offer ?
Glen Crest Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Glen Crest Middle School part of?
Glen Crest Middle School is part of CCSD 89 School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Last day of school
May 31, 2024 (Friday)
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