Serving 320 students in grades 5-8, Willowbrook Middle School ranks in the top 5% 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 53% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (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 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 320 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Willowbrook Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Willowbrook Middle School's student population of 320 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
320 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1952
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
15
School Motto
Students First, Always.
School Mascot
Wolverines
School Rankings
Willowbrook Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willowbrook Middle School is 0.31, 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
#168 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
7%
28%
Black
2%
16%
White
83%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wolverines
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willowbrook Middle School's ranking?
Willowbrook Middle School is ranked #168 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Willowbrook Middle School?
320 students attend Willowbrook Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Willowbrook Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Willowbrook Middle School?
Willowbrook Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Willowbrook Middle School offer ?
Willowbrook Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Willowbrook Middle School part of?
Willowbrook Middle School is part of Prairie Hill CCSD 133 School District.
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