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#77 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 2% in state

Clarendon Hills Middle School

Middle School · Hinsdale CCSD 181

301 Chicago Ave, Clarendon Hills, IL 60514

Enrollment

475

Student-Teacher

10.1:1

Score

9.3

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#77 of 3,813

In Clarendon Hills

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#8 of 9

Hinsdale CCSD 181

Academic performance

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Clarendon Hills Middle School

9.3/10

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About Clarendon Hills Middle School

Clarendon Hills Middle School is a public middle school in Clarendon Hills, IL, part of Hinsdale CCSD 181. Clarendon Hills Middle School serves approximately 475 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Clarendon Hills Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 out of 10 and ranks #77 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Clarendon Hills Middle School show 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 9.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 9.3
  • IL avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.8Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.94 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.7Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency67% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency64% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency66% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+16.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile96th
Resources & Environment9.7Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,911
Chronic Absenteeism13.5%

Clarendon Hills Middle School — Students at Clarendon Hills Middle School score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 78.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 78.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
98%
ELA
98%
2010
Math
99.5%
ELA
98%
2011
Math
98%
ELA
98%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
88%
2013
Math
89%
ELA
91%
2014
Math
64%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
70%
ELA
63%
2016
Math
66%
ELA
70%
2017
Math
73%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
71%
ELA
79%
2019
Math
71%
ELA
79%
2020*
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2022
ELA
64%

* 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: 8.8/10.

How Clarendon Hills Middle School Compares

See how Clarendon Hills Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.3/10
98th percentile in IL
Academic
9.7/10
Excellent
Growth
8.8/10
Excellent
Environment
9.7/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
47 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.5%

Location

301 Chicago Ave, Clarendon Hills, IL 60514

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Clarendon Hills Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Hinsdale Middle School (rated 9.2/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Hinsdale), with a very similar rating. Another option is Westmont Jr High School (rated 8.3/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Westmont), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Westview Hills Middle School (rated 8.3/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Willowbrook), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Clarendon Hills, see our Clarendon Hills schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Prospect Elem School Clarendon Hills 0.2 mi 9.8
NOTRE DAME SCHOOL Clarendon Hills 0.4 mi 6.1
Walker School Clarendon Hills 0.6 mi 9.7
J T Manning Elem School Westmont 0.8 mi 7.6
Westmont High School Westmont 1.1 mi 9.7
Westmont Jr High School Westmont 1.2 mi 8.3
CREME DE LA CREME - WESTMONT Westmont 1.2 mi
SETON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Clarendon Hills 1.3 mi 7.4
Holmes Elem School Clarendon Hills 1.4 mi 7.6
Monroe Elem School Hinsdale 1.1 mi 9.5
South School Westmont 1.2 mi 7.0
C E Miller Elem School Westmont 1.1 mi 8.0
Madison Elem School Hinsdale 1.3 mi 9.6
Maercker Elem School Westmont 1.6 mi 8.3
Hinsdale Central High School Hinsdale 1.7 mi 9.8
Hinsdale Middle School Hinsdale 1.6 mi 9.2
Oak Brook Park District Oak Brook 2.3 mi
Lester Elem School Downers Grove 1.8 mi 7.7
Westview Hills Middle School Willowbrook 2.3 mi 8.3
The Lane Elem School Hinsdale 1.9 mi 9.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60514 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$114,672

Median Home Value

$568,300

Median Rent

$1,195/mo

Population

9,760

College Educated

74%

Homeownership

77.3%

Avg Commute

29.2 min

Poverty Rate

8.4%

Median Age

41.1

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McClure Jr High School Western Springs, IL 9.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Clarendon Hills Middle School

What grades does Clarendon Hills Middle School serve?

Clarendon Hills Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Clarendon Hills Middle School?

Clarendon Hills Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 475 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Clarendon Hills Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Clarendon Hills Middle School is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Clarendon Hills Middle School rank in IL?

Clarendon Hills Middle School ranks #77 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Clarendon Hills Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Clarendon Hills Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 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 Clarendon Hills Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Clarendon Hills Middle School has 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Clarendon Hills Middle School a charter school?

No, Clarendon Hills Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Clarendon Hills Middle School a Title I school?

No, Clarendon Hills Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
44 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
475
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
47
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
DuPage County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.5%

District

Hinsdale CCSD 181
District Enrollment
3,564
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,911
District Rank
#8 of 9

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