Serving 370 students in grades 6-8, Veterans Memorial 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 11% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 370 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Veterans Memorial Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Veterans Memorial Middle School's student population of 370 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
370 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Veterans Memorial 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 Veterans Memorial Middle School is 0.51, 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
#1536 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
64%
27%
Black
29%
17%
White
6%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Veterans Memorial Middle School's ranking?
Veterans Memorial Middle School is ranked #1536 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?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Veterans Memorial Middle School?
370 students attend Veterans Memorial Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Veterans Memorial Middle School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Veterans Memorial Middle School?
Veterans Memorial Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Veterans Memorial Middle School offer ?
Veterans Memorial Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Veterans Memorial Middle School part of?
Veterans Memorial Middle School is part of Cook County SD 130 School District.
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