Serving 807 students in grades 6-8, Henry W Cowherd Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 4% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower 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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 807 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Henry W Cowherd Middle School serves the southeast part of Aurora, IL, covering an area of approximately 4.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Henry W Cowherd Middle School's student population of 807 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
807 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1992
School Calendar
School Rankings
Henry W Cowherd Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Henry W Cowherd Middle School is 0.30, 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
#3234 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
83%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
15%
5%
Showing 2003–2013. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Orange and Blue
School Mascot
Cougars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Henry W Cowherd Middle School's ranking?
Henry W Cowherd Middle School is ranked #3234 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Henry W Cowherd Middle School often compared to?
Henry W Cowherd Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like K D Waldo Middle School, Olney C Allen Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Henry W Cowherd Middle School?
807 students attend Henry W Cowherd Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Henry W Cowherd Middle School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Henry W Cowherd Middle School?
Henry W Cowherd Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Henry W Cowherd Middle School offer ?
Henry W Cowherd Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Henry W Cowherd Middle School part of?
Henry W Cowherd Middle School is part of Aurora East USD 131 School District.
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