Serving 472 students in grades 6-8, Heritage 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 16% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower 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 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 472 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Top 1% in IL)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heritage Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Heritage Middle School's student population of 472 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
472 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Heritage Middle School is 0.27, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)16%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
85%
27%
Black
3%
17%
White
8%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% IL state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Heritage Middle School?
472 students attend Heritage Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Heritage Middle School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Heritage Middle School?
Heritage Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Heritage Middle School offer ?
Heritage Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Heritage Middle School part of?
Heritage Middle School is part of Summit SD 104 School District.
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