Serving 764 students in grades 5-6, Highcrest Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 24% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 764 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highcrest Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Highcrest Middle School's student population of 764 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
764 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Highcrest Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highcrest Middle School is 0.41, 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
#148 out of 3663 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
6%
27%
Black
1%
17%
White
76%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
3%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highcrest Middle School's ranking?
Highcrest Middle School is ranked #148 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Highcrest Middle School?
764 students attend Highcrest Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Highcrest Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highcrest Middle School?
Highcrest Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Highcrest Middle School offer ?
Highcrest Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Highcrest Middle School part of?
Highcrest Middle School is part of Wilmette SD 39 School District.
School Calendar
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Date
LAST DAY OF SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS (Early Release Day)
June 06, 2024 (Thursday)
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