Serving 611 students in grades 6-8, Jane Addams 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 25% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 611 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jane Addams Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Jane Addams Middle School's student population of 611 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
611 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jane Addams 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 Jane Addams Middle School is 0.72, which is more 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
#1089 out of 3663 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
41%
27%
Black
27%
17%
White
18%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 Jane Addams Middle School's ranking?
Jane Addams Middle School is ranked #1089 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Jane Addams Middle School often compared to?
Jane Addams Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brooks Middle School, Bolingbrook High 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 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Jane Addams Middle School?
611 students attend Jane Addams Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Jane Addams Middle School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 18% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jane Addams Middle School?
Jane Addams Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jane Addams Middle School offer ?
Jane Addams Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Jane Addams Middle School part of?
Jane Addams Middle School is part of Valley View CUSD 365u School District.
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