Serving 493 students in grades 6-8, S E Gross Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 27% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 493 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
S E Gross Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
S E Gross Middle School's student population of 493 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
493 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
S E Gross Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of S E Gross Middle School is 0.55, 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
#734 out of 3426 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)27%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
34%
28%
Black
2%
16%
White
58%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 S E Gross Middle School's ranking?
S E Gross Middle School is ranked #734 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend S E Gross Middle School?
493 students attend S E Gross Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of S E Gross Middle School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of S E Gross Middle School?
S E Gross Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does S E Gross Middle School offer ?
S E Gross Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is S E Gross Middle School part of?
S E Gross Middle School is part of Brookfield Lagrange Park SD 95 School District.
School Reviews
3 3/20/2020
The school does need to address bullying and physical violence and threats.
2 12/11/2012
This school needs to address its bullying broblems. I was brutally harrassed and threatened several times during my 8th grade year. I hope people see this and address the issue.
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