Serving 1,011 students in grades 6-8, Francis Granger 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 49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% 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: 1,011 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Francis Granger Middle School serves the northwest part of Aurora, IL, covering an area of approximately 6 square miles. Most students typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 2.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Francis Granger Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Francis Granger Middle School's student population of 1,011 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,011 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Francis Granger 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 Francis Granger Middle School is 0.67, 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
#563 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
52%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
20%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Francis Granger Middle School's ranking?
Francis Granger Middle School is ranked #563 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Francis Granger Middle School often compared to?
Francis Granger Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bednarcik Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Francis Granger Middle School?
1,011 students attend Francis Granger Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Francis Granger Middle School students are Asian, 20% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Francis Granger Middle School?
Francis Granger Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Francis Granger Middle School offer ?
Francis Granger Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Francis Granger Middle School part of?
Francis Granger Middle School is part of Indian Prairie CUSD 204 School District.
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