Serving 361 students in grades 6-8, Veterans Memorial Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower 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 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 361 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Veterans Memorial Middle School serves the northeast part of Blue Island, IL, covering an approximate area of 1.5 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1 mile from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Veterans Memorial Middle School's student population of 361 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
361 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Veterans Memorial Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Veterans Memorial Middle School is 0.52, 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
#2957 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
63%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
30%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
2%
Showing 2004–2015. Full 14-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 Veterans Memorial Middle School's ranking?
Veterans Memorial Middle School is ranked #2957 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Veterans Memorial Middle School?
361 students attend Veterans Memorial Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Veterans Memorial Middle School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Veterans Memorial Middle School?
Veterans Memorial Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Veterans Memorial Middle School offer ?
Veterans Memorial Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Veterans Memorial Middle School part of?
Veterans Memorial Middle School is part of Cook County SD 130 School District.
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