Serving 189 students in grades 5-8, Burr Ridge Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 189 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burr Ridge Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Burr Ridge Middle School's student population of 189 students has declined by 25% 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
189 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Burr Ridge Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burr Ridge Middle School is 0.49, 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
#2119 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)15-19%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
13%
28%
Black
70%
16%
White
8%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
33%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burr Ridge Middle School's ranking?
Burr Ridge Middle School is ranked #2119 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Burr Ridge Middle School often compared to?
Burr Ridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gower Middle School, Anne M Jeans Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Burr Ridge Middle School?
189 students attend Burr Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Burr Ridge Middle School students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burr Ridge Middle School?
Burr Ridge Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Burr Ridge Middle School offer ?
Burr Ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Burr Ridge Middle School part of?
Burr Ridge Middle School is part of CCSD 180 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
NO SCHOOL - Spring Break
March 31, 2025 (Monday)
PK Last Day
May 23, 2025 (Friday)
Last Day of School
June 03, 2025 (Tuesday)
First Day of School
August 21, 2025 (Thursday)
Fall Break - No School
November 27, 2025 (Thursday)
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