Serving 756 students in grades 6-8, Heineman 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 25% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 756 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heineman Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Heineman Middle School's student population of 756 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
756 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Heineman 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 Heineman 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
#1087 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
13%
28%
Black
5%
16%
White
70%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heineman Middle School's ranking?
Heineman Middle School is ranked #1087 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Heineman Middle School often compared to?
Heineman Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marlowe Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Heineman Middle School?
756 students attend Heineman Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Heineman Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Heineman Middle School?
Heineman Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Heineman Middle School offer ?
Heineman Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Heineman Middle School part of?
Heineman Middle School is part of Huntley Comm Sch Dist 158 School District.
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