Serving 755 students in grades 6-8, Hinsdale Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% 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: 755 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Hinsdale Middle School serves a central area within its district in Hinsdale, IL, covering approximately 4.5 square miles. Most students typically live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.6 miles to the school's edge and a maximum distance of 2.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hinsdale Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hinsdale Middle School's student population of 755 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
755 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Go Spartans!
School Rankings
Hinsdale Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hinsdale Middle School is 0.56, 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
#85 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
23%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
62%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-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 Hinsdale Middle School's ranking?
Hinsdale Middle School is ranked #85 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Hinsdale Middle School often compared to?
Hinsdale Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clarendon Hills Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Hinsdale Middle School?
755 students attend Hinsdale Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Hinsdale Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hinsdale Middle School?
Hinsdale Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hinsdale Middle School offer ?
Hinsdale Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Hinsdale Middle School part of?
Hinsdale Middle School is part of Hinsdale CCSD 181 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
INSTITUTE DAY SCHOOL CLOSED
November 02, 2026 (Monday)
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