Serving 841 students in grades 6-8, Heritage Grove Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 841 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Heritage Grove Middle School serves the northern part of Plainfield, IL, covering an area of approximately 5.8 square miles. Families typically reside within a 5 to 10-minute drive, with an average distance of 2.2 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 5.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heritage Grove Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Heritage Grove Middle School's student population of 841 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
841 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Heritage Grove 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 Heritage Grove Middle School is 0.64, 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
#524 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
21%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
55%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-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 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heritage Grove Middle School's ranking?
Heritage Grove Middle School is ranked #524 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Heritage Grove Middle School often compared to?
Heritage Grove Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Timber Ridge Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Heritage Grove Middle School?
841 students attend Heritage Grove Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Heritage Grove Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Heritage Grove Middle School?
Heritage Grove Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Heritage Grove Middle School offer ?
Heritage Grove Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Heritage Grove Middle School part of?
Heritage Grove Middle School is part of Plainfield SD 202 School District.
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