Serving 878 students in grades 6-8, Timber Ridge Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 878 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Timber Ridge Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Timber Ridge Middle School's student population of 878 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
878 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Timber 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 Timber Ridge Middle School is 0.65, 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
#1562 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
34%
27%
Black
11%
17%
White
48%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Timber Ridge Middle School's ranking?
Timber Ridge Middle School is ranked #1562 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Timber Ridge Middle School?
878 students attend Timber Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Timber Ridge Middle School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Timber Ridge Middle School?
Timber Ridge Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Timber Ridge Middle School offer ?
Timber Ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Timber Ridge Middle School part of?
Timber Ridge Middle School is part of Plainfield SD 202 School District.
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