Serving 288 students in grades 7-8, Wm F Gurrie Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 288 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wm F Gurrie Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Wm F Gurrie Middle School's student population of 288 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
288 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wm F Gurrie 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 Wm F Gurrie Middle School is 0.58, 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
#811 out of 3426 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
40%
27%
Black
2%
17%
White
51%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wm F Gurrie Middle School's ranking?
Wm F Gurrie Middle School is ranked #811 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?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Wm F Gurrie Middle School?
288 students attend Wm F Gurrie Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Wm F Gurrie Middle School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 6% 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 Wm F Gurrie Middle School?
Wm F Gurrie Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wm F Gurrie Middle School offer ?
Wm F Gurrie Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Wm F Gurrie Middle School part of?
Wm F Gurrie Middle School is part of La Grange SD 105 South School District.
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