Serving 627 students in grades 6-8, Virgil I Grissom Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 627 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Virgil I Grissom Middle School serves the east part of Tinley Park, IL, encompassing an area of approximately 4.3 square miles. Most students reside within a short 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 1.3 miles to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Virgil I Grissom Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Virgil I Grissom Middle School's student population of 627 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
627 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1975
School Rankings
Virgil I Grissom Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Virgil I Grissom Middle School is 0.50, 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
#795 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
16%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
6%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
69%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 13-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red, White, and Blue
School Mascot
Patriots
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Virgil I Grissom Middle School's ranking?
Virgil I Grissom Middle School is ranked #795 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Virgil I Grissom Middle School often compared to?
Virgil I Grissom Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Prairie View Middle School, Central Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Virgil I Grissom Middle School?
627 students attend Virgil I Grissom Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Virgil I Grissom Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Virgil I Grissom Middle School?
Virgil I Grissom Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Virgil I Grissom Middle School offer ?
Virgil I Grissom Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Virgil I Grissom Middle School part of?
Virgil I Grissom Middle School is part of Kirby SD 140 School District.
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