Serving 904 students in grades 6-8, Fischer Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 23% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 904 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fischer Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Fischer Middle School's student population of 904 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
904 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
School Rankings
Fischer Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fischer Middle School is 0.74, 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
#1409 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)23%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
6%
Hispanic
34%
28%
Black
11%
16%
White
34%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fischer Middle School's ranking?
Fischer Middle School is ranked #1409 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Fischer Middle School often compared to?
Fischer Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Herget Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Fischer Middle School?
904 students attend Fischer Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Fischer Middle School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fischer Middle School?
Fischer Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fischer Middle School offer ?
Fischer Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Fischer Middle School part of?
Fischer Middle School is part of Indian Prairie CUSD 204 School District.
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