Serving 853 students in grades 7-8, Kenyon Woods Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 23% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 853 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kenyon Woods Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Kenyon Woods Middle School's student population of 853 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
853 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Year Founded
2004
School Rankings
Kenyon Woods 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 Kenyon Woods Middle School is 0.67, 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
#1189 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)23%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
6%
Hispanic
43%
28%
Black
5%
16%
White
37%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Kenyon Woods Middle School's ranking?
Kenyon Woods Middle School is ranked #1189 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Kenyon Woods Middle School often compared to?
Kenyon Woods Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ellis Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Kenyon Woods Middle School?
853 students attend Kenyon Woods Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Kenyon Woods Middle School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kenyon Woods Middle School?
Kenyon Woods Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kenyon Woods Middle School offer ?
Kenyon Woods Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Kenyon Woods Middle School part of?
Kenyon Woods Middle School is part of School District U-46.
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