Serving 447 students in grades 6-8, Heritage Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 26% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% 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: 447 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Heritage Middle School serves a central area in Berwyn, IL, covering approximately 1.6 square miles. Most families reside within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.1 miles away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Heritage Middle School's student population of 447 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
447 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Heritage 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 Heritage Middle School is 0.35, 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
#1898 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
80%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
11%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
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)32.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
2%
Showing 2005–2015. Full 14-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 Middle School's ranking?
Heritage Middle School is ranked #1898 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Heritage Middle School?
447 students attend Heritage Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Heritage Middle School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Heritage Middle School?
Heritage Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Heritage Middle School offer ?
Heritage Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Heritage Middle School part of?
Heritage Middle School is part of Berwyn South SD 100 School District.
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