Serving 766 students in grades 7-8, Wilmette Junior High 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 59% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher 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 28% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 766 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Wilmette Junior High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Wilmette school district, covering approximately 4.8 square miles. The zone is situated in Wilmette, IL, with most students living within a typical 5-10 minute drive and an average distance of 1.6 miles from the school to the zone's edge, reaching up to 3.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wilmette Junior High 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
Wilmette Junior High School's student population of 766 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
766 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1962
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wilmette Junior High 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 Wilmette Junior High School is 0.46, 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
#145 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-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 Wilmette Junior High School's ranking?
Wilmette Junior High School is ranked #145 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Wilmette Junior High School often compared to?
Wilmette Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sandburg Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Wilmette Junior High School?
766 students attend Wilmette Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Wilmette Junior High School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wilmette Junior High School?
Wilmette Junior High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wilmette Junior High School offer ?
Wilmette Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Wilmette Junior High School part of?
Wilmette Junior High School is part of Wilmette SD 39 School District.
School Reviews
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It''s good. Just no AC in parts of school on a hot day.
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