Serving 770 students in grades 7-8, Wilmette Junior High School ranks in the top 5% 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 59% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 770 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wilmette Junior High 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
Wilmette Junior High School's student population of 770 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
770 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Year Founded
1962
School Rankings
Wilmette Junior High 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 Wilmette Junior High School is 0.44, 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
#145 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
6%
Hispanic
8%
28%
Black
1%
16%
White
74%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
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 Wilmette Junior High School's ranking?
Wilmette Junior High School is ranked #145 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Wilmette Junior High School often compared to?
Wilmette Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sandburg Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Wilmette Junior High School?
770 students attend Wilmette Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Wilmette Junior High School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wilmette Junior High School?
Wilmette Junior High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wilmette Junior High School offer ?
Wilmette Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Wilmette Junior High School part of?
Wilmette Junior High School is part of Wilmette SD 39 School District.
School Reviews
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