Serving 885 students in grades 6-8, Timber Ridge Middle School ranks in the top 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 24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 885 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Timber Ridge Middle School serves the southeast part of Plainfield, IL, covering an area of approximately 9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.8 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 3.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Timber Ridge Middle School's student population of 885 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
885 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Timber Ridge 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 Timber Ridge Middle School is 0.66, 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
#1534 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
36%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
45%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-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 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-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 Timber Ridge Middle School's ranking?
Timber Ridge Middle School is ranked #1534 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Timber Ridge Middle School often compared to?
Timber Ridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heritage Grove Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Timber Ridge Middle School?
885 students attend Timber Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Timber Ridge Middle School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Timber Ridge Middle School?
Timber Ridge Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Timber Ridge Middle School offer ?
Timber Ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Timber Ridge Middle School part of?
Timber Ridge Middle School is part of Plainfield SD 202 School District.
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