Serving 890 students in grades 6-8, Emerson 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 42% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 890 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Emerson Middle School is centrally located in Niles, IL, serving an attendance area of approximately 4.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 1.9 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Emerson 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
Emerson Middle School's student population of 890 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
890 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Together We Discover, Learn, Grow & Care
School Rankings
Emerson 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 Emerson Middle School is 0.36, 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
#459 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
30%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
16%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
79%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Red
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emerson Middle School's ranking?
Emerson Middle School is ranked #459 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?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Emerson Middle School?
890 students attend Emerson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Emerson Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Emerson Middle School?
Emerson Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Emerson Middle School offer ?
Emerson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Emerson Middle School part of?
Emerson Middle School is part of Park Ridge CCSD 64 School District.
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