Serving 576 students in grades 6-8, Jewel Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 576 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jewel Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Jewel Middle School's student population of 576 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
576 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jewel Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jewel Middle School is 0.64, 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
#1245 out of 3663 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
52%
27%
Black
14%
17%
White
27%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jewel Middle School's ranking?
Jewel Middle School is ranked #1245 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Jewel Middle School often compared to?
Jewel Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Herget Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Jewel Middle School?
576 students attend Jewel Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Jewel Middle School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jewel Middle School?
Jewel Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jewel Middle School offer ?
Jewel Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Jewel Middle School part of?
Jewel Middle School is part of Aurora West USD 129 School District.
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