Serving 875 students in grades 6-8, Antioch Upper Grade 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 29% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% 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: 875 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Antioch Upper Grade School's attendance zone covers the entire district, encompassing approximately 35.7 square miles in Antioch, IL. The typical drive to the school is about 10-12 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being 3.9 miles and the furthest edge located 7.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Antioch Upper Grade School's student population of 875 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
875 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Antioch Upper Grade School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Antioch Upper Grade School is 0.52, 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
#1421 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
66%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Antioch Upper Grade School's ranking?
Antioch Upper Grade School is ranked #1421 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Antioch Upper Grade School often compared to?
Antioch Upper Grade Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grass Lake Elementary School, Frederick School, Millburn Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Antioch Upper Grade School?
875 students attend Antioch Upper Grade School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Antioch Upper Grade School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Antioch Upper Grade School?
Antioch Upper Grade School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Antioch Upper Grade School offer ?
Antioch Upper Grade School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Antioch Upper Grade School part of?
Antioch Upper Grade School is part of Antioch CCSD 34 School District.
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