Serving 784 students in grades 6-8, Hinsdale Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 784 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hinsdale Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hinsdale Middle School's student population of 784 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
784 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hinsdale Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hinsdale Middle School is 0.54, 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
#64 out of 3426 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
20%
6%
Hispanic
7%
28%
Black
1%
16%
White
64%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
3%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hinsdale Middle School's ranking?
Hinsdale Middle School is ranked #64 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Hinsdale Middle School often compared to?
Hinsdale Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clarendon Hills Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Hinsdale Middle School?
784 students attend Hinsdale Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Hinsdale Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hinsdale Middle School?
Hinsdale Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hinsdale Middle School offer ?
Hinsdale Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Hinsdale Middle School part of?
Hinsdale Middle School is part of Hinsdale CCSD 181 School District.
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