Serving 206 students in grades 5-8, Burr Ridge 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 206 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Burr Ridge Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Willowbrook, IL, encompassing approximately 7.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone takes about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge located 4.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Burr Ridge Middle School's student population of 206 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
206 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Burr Ridge Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burr Ridge Middle School is 0.50, 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
#2478 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
69%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
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)30.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burr Ridge Middle School's ranking?
Burr Ridge Middle School is ranked #2478 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Burr Ridge Middle School often compared to?
Burr Ridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gower Middle School, Anne M Jeans Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Burr Ridge Middle School?
206 students attend Burr Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Burr Ridge Middle School students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are White, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burr Ridge Middle School?
Burr Ridge Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Burr Ridge Middle School offer ?
Burr Ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Burr Ridge Middle School part of?
Burr Ridge Middle School is part of CCSD 180 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School-Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
No School-Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
No School-Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
No School-Spring Break
March 29, 2027 (Monday)
No School-Spring Break
March 30, 2027 (Tuesday)
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