Serving 75 students in grades 6-8, Alden-hebron Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 30-34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 75 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alden-hebron Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Alden-hebron Middle School's student population of 75 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
75 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Strive for Excellence
School Rankings
Alden-hebron Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alden-hebron Middle School is 0.41, 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
#1523 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
27%
28%
Black
n/a
16%
White
72%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 Alden-hebron Middle School's ranking?
Alden-hebron Middle School is ranked #1523 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Alden-hebron Middle School often compared to?
Alden-hebron Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwood Middle School, Parkland School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Alden-hebron Middle School?
75 students attend Alden-hebron Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Alden-hebron Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alden-hebron Middle School?
Alden-hebron Middle School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Alden-hebron Middle School offer ?
Alden-hebron Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Alden-hebron Middle School part of?
Alden-hebron Middle School is part of Alden Hebron SD 19 School District.
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