Serving 503 students in grades 6-8, Edith M Smith 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 7% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 503 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edith M Smith Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Edith M Smith Middle School's student population of 503 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
503 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Edith M Smith 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 Edith M Smith Middle School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2916 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)7%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
76%
28%
Black
17%
16%
White
3%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
34%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edith M Smith Middle School's ranking?
Edith M Smith Middle School is ranked #2916 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Edith M Smith Middle School often compared to?
Edith M Smith Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jack Benny Middle School, Miguel Juarez Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Edith M Smith Middle School?
503 students attend Edith M Smith Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Edith M Smith Middle School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Edith M Smith Middle School?
Edith M Smith Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Edith M Smith Middle School offer ?
Edith M Smith Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Edith M Smith Middle School part of?
Edith M Smith Middle School is part of Waukegan CUSD 60 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break - District Closed
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
Winter Break -Schools Closed
December 23, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break - Schools Closed
March 24, 2025 (Monday)
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