Serving 444 students in grades 6-8, Westview Hills Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 47% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 444 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westview Hills Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Westview Hills Middle School's student population of 444 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
444 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Westview Hills Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westview Hills Middle School is 0.69, 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
#562 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)47%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
22%
6%
Hispanic
22%
27%
Black
8%
17%
White
46%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westview Hills Middle School's ranking?
Westview Hills Middle School is ranked #562 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Westview Hills Middle School?
444 students attend Westview Hills Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Westview Hills Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 22% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westview Hills Middle School?
Westview Hills Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Westview Hills Middle School offer ?
Westview Hills Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Westview Hills Middle School part of?
Westview Hills Middle School is part of Maercker SD 60 School District.
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