Serving 891 students in grades 6-8, Clifford Crone Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 891 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Clifford Crone Middle School is located in the southern part of Naperville, IL, serving an attendance area that covers approximately 3.7 square miles. Most students live within a 2-mile average distance to the school, with the furthest edge being about 3.7 miles away, allowing for a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clifford Crone 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
Clifford Crone Middle School's student population of 891 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
891 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 28-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Clifford Crone Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clifford Crone Middle School is 0.62, 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
#226 out of 3542 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 28-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
54%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Hispanic
7%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Black
5%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
White
29%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clifford Crone Middle School's ranking?
Clifford Crone Middle School is ranked #226 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Clifford Crone Middle School often compared to?
Clifford Crone Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gordon Gregory Middle School, Scullen Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Clifford Crone Middle School?
891 students attend Clifford Crone Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Clifford Crone Middle School students are Asian, 29% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% 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 Clifford Crone Middle School?
Clifford Crone Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Clifford Crone Middle School offer ?
Clifford Crone Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Clifford Crone Middle School part of?
Clifford Crone Middle School is part of Indian Prairie CUSD 204 School District.
In what neighborhood is Clifford Crone Middle School located?
Clifford Crone Middle School is located in the Naperville Park District neighborhood of Naperville, IL. There are 35 other public schools located in Naperville Park District.
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