Serving 382 students in grades 7-8, Deer Path Middle Sch West ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Deer Path Middle Sch West ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Deer Path Middle Sch West's student population of 382 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
382 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Deer Path Middle Sch West ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Deer Path Middle Sch West is 0.30, 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
#515 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
5%
28%
Black
n/a
16%
White
83%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
1%
27%
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 Deer Path Middle Sch West's ranking?
Deer Path Middle Sch West is ranked #515 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Deer Path Middle Sch West?
382 students attend Deer Path Middle Sch West.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Deer Path Middle Sch West students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Deer Path Middle Sch West?
Deer Path Middle Sch West has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Deer Path Middle Sch West offer ?
Deer Path Middle Sch West offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Deer Path Middle Sch West part of?
Deer Path Middle Sch West is part of Lake Forest SD 67 School District.
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