Serving 520 students in grades 6-8, Stratford Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 32% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 520 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stratford Middle School's student population of 520 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
520 students
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Stratford Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stratford Middle School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1314 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
24%
6%
Hispanic
34%
29%
Black
8%
16%
White
33%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cheetah
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stratford Middle School's ranking?
Stratford Middle School is ranked #1314 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Stratford Middle School often compared to?
Stratford Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jay Stream Middle School, Glenside Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Stratford Middle School?
520 students attend Stratford Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Stratford Middle School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 24% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stratford Middle School?
Stratford Middle School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Stratford Middle School offer ?
Stratford Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Stratford Middle School part of?
Stratford Middle School is part of CCSD 93 School District.
School Reviews
3 10/10/2025
Stratford is as good as you wish it to be. They have some of the best technology I have seen in any schools, as each student has their own personal MacBook, and they are introducing new technology such as 3d laptops, and 3d printers. They have two separate classes for English Language Arts, Humanities, and three classes for Mathematics. At this school the inn class curriculum has always been slow for me, but as one of their top students it truly isn't the schools's fault. Even if the class curriculum has been slow, they provide enough resources that I may take my learning into my own hands and learn at my own, faster pace.
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