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 (2026)
- 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%)
- 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
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
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 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1421 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
20%
29%
Black
5%
16%
White
66%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
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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