Serving 614 students in grades 7-8, Walter R Sundling Jr High 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 35% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). 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 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 614 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walter R Sundling Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Walter R Sundling Jr High School's student population of 614 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
614 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
Walter R Sundling Jr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walter R Sundling Jr High School is 0.67, 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
#1099 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
15%
6%
Hispanic
26%
28%
Black
6%
16%
White
49%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walter R Sundling Jr High School's ranking?
Walter R Sundling Jr High School is ranked #1099 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Walter R Sundling Jr High School often compared to?
Walter R Sundling Jr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Plum Grove Jr High School, Winston Campus Jr High School, Carl Sandburg Jr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Walter R Sundling Jr High School?
614 students attend Walter R Sundling Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Walter R Sundling Jr High School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walter R Sundling Jr High School?
Walter R Sundling Jr High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Walter R Sundling Jr High School offer ?
Walter R Sundling Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Walter R Sundling Jr High School part of?
Walter R Sundling Jr High School is part of Palatine CCSD 15 School District.
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