Serving 828 students in grades 6-8, Thayer J Hill 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 40% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 828 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Thayer J Hill Middle School serves the northern part of Naperville, IL, covering an attendance area of approximately 6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.4 miles to the school's boundaries and the furthest edge being 3.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thayer J Hill 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
Thayer J Hill Middle School's student population of 828 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
828 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Thayer J Hill 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 Thayer J Hill Middle School is 0.76, which is more 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
#657 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
32%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
18%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
30%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
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)20.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thayer J Hill Middle School's ranking?
Thayer J Hill Middle School is ranked #657 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Thayer J Hill Middle School often compared to?
Thayer J Hill Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Still Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Thayer J Hill Middle School?
828 students attend Thayer J Hill Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Thayer J Hill Middle School students are Asian, 30% of students are White, 18% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thayer J Hill Middle School?
Thayer J Hill Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Thayer J Hill Middle School offer ?
Thayer J Hill Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Thayer J Hill Middle School part of?
Thayer J Hill Middle School is part of Indian Prairie CUSD 204 School District.
In what neighborhood is Thayer J Hill Middle School located?
Thayer J Hill Middle School is located in the Naperville Park District neighborhood of Naperville, IL. There are 35 other public schools located in Naperville Park District.
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