Serving 697 students in grades 7-8, North Ridge Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 697 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Ridge Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
North Ridge Middle School's student population of 697 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
697 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Ridge 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 North Ridge 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
#1373 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
12%
28%
Black
46%
16%
White
29%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
2%
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 North Ridge Middle School's ranking?
North Ridge Middle School is ranked #1373 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are North Ridge Middle School often compared to?
North Ridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mark Denman Elementary School, Northeast Elementary Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend North Ridge Middle School?
697 students attend North Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of North Ridge Middle School students are Black, 29% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 12% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Ridge Middle School?
North Ridge Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Ridge Middle School offer ?
North Ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is North Ridge Middle School part of?
North Ridge Middle School is part of Danville CCSD 118 School District.
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