Serving 303 students in grades 5-8, Willowbrook Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 303 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Willowbrook Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Willowbrook Middle School's student population of 303 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
303 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Willowbrook Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willowbrook Middle School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#77 out of 3663 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
5%
27%
Black
2%
17%
White
85%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willowbrook Middle School's ranking?
Willowbrook Middle School is ranked #77 out of 3,663 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?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Willowbrook Middle School?
303 students attend Willowbrook Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Willowbrook Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Willowbrook Middle School?
Willowbrook Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Willowbrook Middle School offer ?
Willowbrook Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Willowbrook Middle School part of?
Willowbrook Middle School is part of Prairie Hill CCSD 133 School District.
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