Serving 514 students in grades 5-8, Arbor Park Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower 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 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 514 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arbor Park Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Arbor Park Middle School's student population of 514 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
514 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Arbor Park Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arbor Park Middle School is 0.69, 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
#2590 out of 3663 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
29%
27%
Black
14%
17%
White
45%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
7%
2%
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 Arbor Park Middle School's ranking?
Arbor Park Middle School is ranked #2590 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Arbor Park Middle School often compared to?
Arbor Park Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parker Junior High School, Century Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Arbor Park Middle School?
514 students attend Arbor Park Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Arbor Park Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arbor Park Middle School?
Arbor Park Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Arbor Park Middle School offer ?
Arbor Park Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Arbor Park Middle School part of?
Arbor Park Middle School is part of Arbor Park SD 145 School District.
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