Serving 615 students in grades 6-8, Chippewa Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 27% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% 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: 615 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chippewa Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Chippewa Middle School's student population of 615 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
615 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chippewa Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chippewa Middle School is 0.67, 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
#1092 out of 3663 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
5%
Hispanic
35%
27%
Black
6%
17%
White
44%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chippewa Middle School's ranking?
Chippewa Middle School is ranked #1092 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Chippewa Middle School?
615 students attend Chippewa Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Chippewa Middle School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chippewa Middle School?
Chippewa Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chippewa Middle School offer ?
Chippewa Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Chippewa Middle School part of?
Chippewa Middle School is part of CCSD 62 School District.
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