Serving 652 students in grades 6-8, Chippewa Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 27% (which is equal to the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (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 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 652 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chippewa Middle School serves the northern part of Des Plaines, IL, covering an area of approximately 7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 1.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 2.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chippewa Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Chippewa Middle School's student population of 652 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
652 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1961
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chippewa Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chippewa Middle School is 0.72, which is more 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
#909 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
20%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
29%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
40%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chippewa Middle School's ranking?
Chippewa Middle School is ranked #909 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Chippewa Middle School often compared to?
Chippewa Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Algonquin Middle School, Oliver W Holmes Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Chippewa Middle School?
652 students attend Chippewa Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Chippewa Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chippewa Middle School?
Chippewa Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chippewa Middle School offer ?
Chippewa Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Chippewa Middle School part of?
Chippewa Middle School is part of CCSD 62 School District.
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