Serving 626 students in grades 7-8, Herrick Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 626 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Herrick Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Herrick Middle School's student population of 626 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
626 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Herrick 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 Herrick Middle School is 0.38, 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
#411 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
10%
28%
Black
2%
16%
White
78%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Herrick Middle School's ranking?
Herrick Middle School is ranked #411 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Herrick Middle School often compared to?
Herrick Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like O Neill Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Herrick Middle School?
626 students attend Herrick Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Herrick Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Herrick Middle School?
Herrick Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Herrick Middle School offer ?
Herrick Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Herrick Middle School part of?
Herrick Middle School is part of Downers Grove Gsd 58 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School for 8th Grade (Full Day)
May 22, 2025 (Thursday)
Last Day of School for Grades K-7 (Half Day)
May 23, 2025 (Friday)
Last Day of School for Preschool (Modified Schedule)
May 23, 2025 (Friday)
Last Day of School for 7th graders
May 23, 2025 (Friday)
First Day of School!
September 02, 2025 (Tuesday)
School Reviews
5 11/11/2013
we are grandparents of Dylan Schlorf. We attended the Fall Concert tonight in the gymnasium and our grandson is in the School Choir. We want to thank Ms. Grecco for the great choice of music which was performed by the students. It is a pleasure to hear patriotic songs and the Americana Jubilee was so entertaining and sung so well by the students. Madeline and Jolly Brown
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