Serving 283 students in grades 6-8, Wood Dale Jr High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 283 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wood Dale Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Wood Dale Jr High School's student population of 283 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
283 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Wood Dale Jr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wood Dale Jr High School is 0.55, 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
#1773 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
58%
28%
Black
1%
16%
White
34%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
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 Wood Dale Jr High School's ranking?
Wood Dale Jr High School is ranked #1773 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Wood Dale Jr High School often compared to?
Wood Dale Jr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Churchville Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Wood Dale Jr High School?
283 students attend Wood Dale Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Wood Dale Jr High School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wood Dale Jr High School?
Wood Dale Jr High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wood Dale Jr High School offer ?
Wood Dale Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Wood Dale Jr High School part of?
Wood Dale Jr High School is part of Wood Dale School District 7.
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