Serving 781 students in grades 5-8, Glenside 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 20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower 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 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 781 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glenside Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Glenside Middle School's student population of 781 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
781 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Glenside 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 Glenside Middle School is 0.66, 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
#1620 out of 3663 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
24%
5%
Hispanic
50%
27%
Black
7%
17%
White
17%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
10%
3%
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 Glenside Middle School's ranking?
Glenside Middle School is ranked #1620 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Glenside Middle School often compared to?
Glenside Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stratford Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Glenside Middle School?
781 students attend Glenside Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Glenside Middle School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Asian, 17% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glenside Middle School?
Glenside Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Glenside Middle School offer ?
Glenside Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Glenside Middle School part of?
Glenside Middle School is part of Queen Bee SD 16 School District.
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