Serving 594 students in grades 6-8, Herget 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 16% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower 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 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 594 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Herget Middle School serves the northern part of Aurora, IL, covering an area of approximately 10.3 square miles, with most students living within a 3-mile distance from the school and the furthest edge being about 5.2 miles away. Parents can expect a typical drive to the school to take between 5 to 10 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Herget Middle School's student population of 594 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
594 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Fostering an Environment of Equity and Opportunity
School Rankings
Herget 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 Herget Middle School is 0.60, 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
#2368 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
56%
29%
Black
8%
16%
White
29%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Herget Middle School's ranking?
Herget Middle School is ranked #2368 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Herget Middle School often compared to?
Herget Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jewel Middle School, Fischer Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Herget Middle School?
594 students attend Herget Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Herget Middle School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Herget Middle School?
Herget Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Herget Middle School offer ?
Herget Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Herget Middle School part of?
Herget Middle School is part of Aurora West USD 129 School District.
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