Serving 768 students in grades 5-8, Glenside 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 20% (which is lower 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 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 768 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glenside Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Glenside Middle School's student population of 768 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
768 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Glenside Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glenside Middle School is 0.68, 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
#1262 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
22%
6%
Hispanic
47%
28%
Black
6%
16%
White
23%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
10%
3%
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 Glenside Middle School's ranking?
Glenside Middle School is ranked #1262 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Glenside Middle School often compared to?
Glenside Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stratford Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% 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 Glenside Middle School?
768 students attend Glenside Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Glenside Middle School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glenside Middle School?
Glenside Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Glenside Middle School offer ?
Glenside Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Glenside Middle School part of?
Glenside Middle School is part of Queen Bee SD 16 School District.
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