Serving 259 students in grades 5-8, Benjamin Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (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 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 259 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Benjamin Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district in West Chicago, IL, encompassing approximately 5.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benjamin 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
Benjamin Middle School's student population of 259 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
259 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
School Rankings
Benjamin Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benjamin Middle School is 0.61, 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
#546 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
15%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
57%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
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)12%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bengals
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benjamin Middle School's ranking?
Benjamin Middle School is ranked #546 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Benjamin Middle School?
259 students attend Benjamin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Benjamin Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benjamin Middle School?
Benjamin Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Benjamin Middle School offer ?
Benjamin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Benjamin Middle School part of?
Benjamin Middle School is part of Benjamin SD 25 School District.
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