Serving 272 students in grades 7-8, Wm F Gurrie Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (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 45% 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: 272 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wm F Gurrie Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Wm F Gurrie Middle School's student population of 272 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
272 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Wm F Gurrie Middle School 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 Wm F Gurrie Middle School is 0.56, 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
#688 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
37%
28%
Black
2%
16%
White
55%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Wm F Gurrie Middle School's ranking?
Wm F Gurrie Middle School is ranked #688 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?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Wm F Gurrie Middle School?
272 students attend Wm F Gurrie Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Wm F Gurrie Middle School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wm F Gurrie Middle School?
Wm F Gurrie Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wm F Gurrie Middle School offer ?
Wm F Gurrie Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Wm F Gurrie Middle School part of?
Wm F Gurrie Middle School is part of La Grange SD 105 South School District.
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