Serving 649 students in grades 6-8, Northbrook Junior High 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 75% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% 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: 649 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northbrook Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Northbrook Junior High School's student population of 649 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
649 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northbrook Junior High 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 Northbrook Junior High School is 0.40, 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
#39 out of 3426 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
6%
Hispanic
5%
28%
Black
1%
16%
White
76%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northbrook Junior High School's ranking?
Northbrook Junior High School is ranked #39 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Northbrook Junior High School often compared to?
Northbrook Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wood Oaks Jr High School, Maple 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 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Northbrook Junior High School?
649 students attend Northbrook Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Northbrook Junior High School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northbrook Junior High School?
Northbrook Junior High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Northbrook Junior High School offer ?
Northbrook Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Northbrook Junior High School part of?
Northbrook Junior High School is part of Northbrook SD 28 School District.
In what neighborhood is Northbrook Junior High School located?
Northbrook Junior High School is located in the Techny neighborhood of Northbrook, IL. There are 6 other public schools located in Techny.
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