Serving 385 students in grades 7-8, Deer Path Middle Sch West ranks in the top 20% 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 50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 385 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Deer Path Middle Sch West ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Deer Path Middle Sch West's student population of 385 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
385 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Deer Path Middle Sch West ranks within the top 20% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Deer Path Middle Sch West is 0.23, which is less 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
#472 out of 3663 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
27%
Black
n/a
17%
White
87%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
1%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deer Path Middle Sch West's ranking?
Deer Path Middle Sch West is ranked #472 out of 3,663 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?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Deer Path Middle Sch West?
385 students attend Deer Path Middle Sch West.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Deer Path Middle Sch West students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Deer Path Middle Sch West?
Deer Path Middle Sch West has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Deer Path Middle Sch West offer ?
Deer Path Middle Sch West offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Deer Path Middle Sch West part of?
Deer Path Middle Sch West is part of Lake Forest SD 67 School District.
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