Serving 621 students in grades 6-8, Sandburg Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (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 25% 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: 621 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sandburg 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
Sandburg Middle School's student population of 621 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
621 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sandburg Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sandburg Middle School is 0.42, 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
#326 out of 3426 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
11%
28%
Black
3%
16%
White
75%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sandburg Middle School's ranking?
Sandburg Middle School is ranked #326 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Sandburg Middle School often compared to?
Sandburg Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bryan Middle School, Churchville Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Sandburg Middle School?
621 students attend Sandburg Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Sandburg Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sandburg Middle School?
Sandburg Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sandburg Middle School offer ?
Sandburg Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Sandburg Middle School part of?
Sandburg Middle School is part of Elmhurst SD 205 School District.
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