Maple School

2370 Shermer Rd
Northbrook, IL 60062
(School attendance zone shown in map)
10/
10
Top 5%
Serving 429 students in grades 6-8, Maple School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 429 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 48%
  • : Top 5% in IL
  • : 75% (Top 1%)
  • : 61% (Top 10%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Maple School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:

School Overview

Maple School's student population of 429 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
429 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 5, 2026
School Mascot
Maple Mascot

School Rankings

Maple 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 Maple 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.
This School
State Level (IL)
#87 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
75%
27%
61%
30%
75-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
42%
6%
Hispanic
3%
28%
Black
1%
16%
White
52%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.56
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
3%
27%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Maple Mascot
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Maple School's ranking?
Maple School is ranked #87 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Maple School often compared to?
Maple Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wood Oaks Jr High School, Northbrook Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Maple School?
429 students attend Maple School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Maple School students are White, 42% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maple School?
Maple School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Maple School offer ?
Maple School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Maple School part of?
In what neighborhood is Maple School located?
Maple School is located in the Techny neighborhood of Northbrook, IL. There are 6 other public schools located in Techny.

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 429 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 48%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 75% (Top 1%)
  • : 61% (Top 10%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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