Serving 1,541 students in grades 6-8, Woodland Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower 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 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,541 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Woodland Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Gurnee, IL, covering approximately 30.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school from various points within the zone is about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being 5.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Woodland Middle School's student population of 1,541 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 133 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,541 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
133 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Woodland Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Woodland Middle School is 0.71, which is more 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
#1715 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
38%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
36%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
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)25.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-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 Woodland Middle School's ranking?
Woodland Middle School is ranked #1715 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Woodland Middle School often compared to?
Woodland Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Highland Middle School, Oak Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Woodland Middle School?
1,541 students attend Woodland Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Woodland Middle School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Woodland Middle School?
Woodland Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Woodland Middle School offer ?
Woodland Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Woodland Middle School part of?
Woodland Middle School is part of Woodland CCSD 50 School District.
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