Serving 780 students in grades 6-8, Attea Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 780 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Attea Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Attea Middle School's student population of 780 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
780 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Attea Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Attea Middle School is 0.61, 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
#563 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)48%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
22%
6%
Hispanic
16%
27%
Black
2%
17%
White
57%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Attea Middle School's ranking?
Attea Middle School is ranked #563 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Attea Middle School often compared to?
Attea Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Springman Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Attea Middle School?
780 students attend Attea Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Attea Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Attea Middle School?
Attea Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Attea Middle School offer ?
Attea Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Attea Middle School part of?
Attea Middle School is part of Glenview CCSD 34 School District.
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