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Beach Park Middle School
Middle School · Beach Park CCSD 3
40667 N Green Bay Rd, Beach Park, IL 60099
Enrollment
683
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
3.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
683
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
3.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,567 of 3,813
In Beach Park
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#2 of 5
Beach Park CCSD 3
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Beach Park Middle School
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About Beach Park Middle School
Beach Park Middle School is a public middle school in Beach Park, IL, part of Beach Park CCSD 3. Beach Park Middle School serves approximately 683 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Beach Park Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,567 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Beach Park Middle School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- IL avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
39% of students at Beach Park Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Beach Park Middle School — Students at Beach Park Middle School score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
56.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.5/10.
How Beach Park Middle School Compares
See how Beach Park Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
40667 N Green Bay Rd, Beach Park, IL 60099
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Beach Park Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. North Prairie Jr High (rated 4.7/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Winthrop Harbor), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Shiloh Park Middle School (rated 4.5/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Zion), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Zion Central Middle School (rated 4.4/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Zion), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Beach Park, see our Beach Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Zion-Benton Twnshp Hi Sch Zion | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| West Elementary School Zion | 1.4 mi | 3.3 |
| Prairie Trail School Wadsworth | 1.7 mi | 4.1 |
| Beulah Park Elem School Zion | 1.9 mi | 3.6 |
| Kenneth Murphy School Beach Park | 2.2 mi | 3.1 |
| Oak Crest School Beach Park | 2.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Shiloh Park Middle School Zion | 2.1 mi | 4.5 |
| OUR SAVIORS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Zion | 2.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Elmwood Elem School Zion | 2.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Zion Central Middle School Zion | 2.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Lakeview School Zion | 2.2 mi | 3.3 |
| New Tech High - Zion-Benton East Zion | 2.3 mi | 6.2 |
| H R McCall Elem School Waukegan | 3.0 mi | 6.3 |
| OUR LADY OF HUMILITY SCHOOL Beach Park | 2.7 mi | 8.4 |
| LAKE COUNTY BAPTIST SCHOOL Waukegan | 3.3 mi | 8.3 |
| ST PATRICK SCHOOL Wadsworth | 2.9 mi | 7.7 |
| North Prairie Jr High Winthrop Harbor | 3.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Westfield School Winthrop Harbor | 3.0 mi | 6.5 |
| East Elementary School Zion | 2.9 mi | 3.5 |
| Howe Elementary School Beach Park | 3.3 mi | 3.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60099 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,647
Median Home Value
$190,300
Median Rent
$1,131/mo
Population
30,485
College Educated
16.4%
Homeownership
62.8%
Avg Commute
28.3 min
Poverty Rate
14.8%
Median Age
34.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Dirksen Junior High School Joliet, IL | 3.8 |
| Murphysboro Middle School Murphysboro, IL | 3.8 |
| Wilson Intermediate School Pekin, IL | 3.8 |
| Abraham Lincoln Middle School Rockford, IL | 3.7 |
| Ellis Middle School Elgin, IL | 3.7 |
| Urbana Middle School Urbana, IL | 3.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Beach Park Middle School
What grades does Beach Park Middle School serve?
Beach Park Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Beach Park Middle School?
Beach Park Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 683 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Beach Park Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Beach Park Middle School is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Beach Park Middle School rank in IL?
Beach Park Middle School ranks #3,567 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Beach Park Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Beach Park Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Beach Park Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Beach Park Middle School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Beach Park Middle School a charter school?
No, Beach Park Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Beach Park Middle School a Title I school?
No, Beach Park Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Beach Park Middle School?
56.5% of students at Beach Park Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 683
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 56.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Lake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.4%
- Phone
- (847) 596-5860
Resources & Links
District
Beach Park CCSD 3- District Enrollment
- 1,980
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,229
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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