Serving 476 students in grades 6-8, Alan B Shepard 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 61% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 476 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Alan B Shepard Middle School serves the eastern part of Deerfield, IL, covering an area of approximately 2.8 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 5 to 10 minutes and an average distance of 1.3 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alan B Shepard Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Alan B Shepard Middle School's student population of 476 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
476 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alan B Shepard Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alan B Shepard Middle School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#126 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
7%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
16%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
82%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 13-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alan B Shepard Middle School's ranking?
Alan B Shepard Middle School is ranked #126 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Alan B Shepard Middle School often compared to?
Alan B Shepard Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Charles J Caruso Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Alan B Shepard Middle School?
476 students attend Alan B Shepard Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Alan B Shepard Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alan B Shepard Middle School?
Alan B Shepard Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Alan B Shepard Middle School offer ?
Alan B Shepard Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Alan B Shepard Middle School part of?
Alan B Shepard Middle School is part of Deerfield SD 109 School District.
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