Serving 351 students in grades 6-8, Westchester 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 22% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% 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: 351 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westchester Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Westchester Middle School's student population of 351 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
351 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Westchester 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 Westchester 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
#1389 out of 3663 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
37%
27%
Black
29%
17%
White
26%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Westchester Middle School's ranking?
Westchester Middle School is ranked #1389 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Westchester Middle School?
351 students attend Westchester Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Westchester Middle School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 26% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westchester Middle School?
Westchester Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Westchester Middle School offer ?
Westchester Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Westchester Middle School part of?
Westchester Middle School is part of Westchester SD 92-5 School District.
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