Serving 1,557 students in grades 6-8, Woodland Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 25% (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 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,557 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Woodland Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Woodland Middle School's student population of 1,557 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 134 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,557 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
134 teachers
School Rankings
Woodland Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Woodland Middle School is 0.71, which is more 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
#1760 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤20%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
10%
6%
Hispanic
38%
28%
Black
10%
16%
White
36%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Woodland Middle School's ranking?
Woodland Middle School is ranked #1760 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Woodland Middle School often compared to?
Woodland Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oak Grove Elementary School, Highland Middle School by visitors of our site.
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 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Woodland Middle School?
1,557 students attend Woodland Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Woodland Middle School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Woodland Middle School?
Woodland Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Woodland Middle School offer ?
Woodland Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Woodland Middle School part of?
Woodland Middle School is part of Woodland CCSD 50 School District.
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