Serving 496 students in grades 6-8, Westfield Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (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 36% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 496 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westfield Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Westfield Middle School's student population of 496 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
496 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1975
School Calendar
School Rankings
Westfield Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westfield Middle School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#172 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
21%
6%
Hispanic
10%
28%
Black
1%
17%
White
64%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
4%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westfield Middle School's ranking?
Westfield Middle School is ranked #172 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Westfield Middle School?
496 students attend Westfield Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Westfield Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westfield Middle School?
Westfield Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Westfield Middle School offer ?
Westfield Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Westfield Middle School part of?
Westfield Middle School is part of Bloomingdale School District 13.
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