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#2415 of 3,813 schools in IL
Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center
Middle School · Ford Heights SD 169
800 E 14th St, Ford Heights, IL 60411
Enrollment
139
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
5.6
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
139
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
5.6
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,415 of 3,813
In Ford Heights
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
Ford Heights SD 169
School environment
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center
Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center is a public middle school in Ford Heights, IL, part of Ford Heights SD 169. Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center serves approximately 139 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,415 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- IL avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 139 students, Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Score Breakdown
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Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center — Students at Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center score 2% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 5%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 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: 4.5/10.
How Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center Compares
See how Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
800 E 14th St, Ford Heights, IL 60411
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Brookwood Jr High School (rated 5.0/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Glenwood), with a comparable rating. Another option is Brookwood Middle School (rated 2.7/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Glenwood), a more accessible option. Additionally, Rickover Jr High School (rated 2.4/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Sauk Village), a more accessible option. For more schools in Ford Heights, see our Ford Heights schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HIGHER HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY SCHL OF FINE ARTS Ford Heights | 0.2 mi | — |
| HIGHER HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Ford Heights | 0.2 mi | — |
| Medgar Evers Primary Acadmc Cntr Ford Heights | 0.7 mi | 3.8 |
| Bloom Trail High School Chicago Heights | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Wagoner Elem Sauk Village | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| STANDBERRY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sauk Village | 1.9 mi | — |
| Lincoln Elem School Chicago Heights | 1.7 mi | 8.7 |
| Hickory Bend Elem School Glenwood | 2.5 mi | 3.5 |
| Strassburg Elem Sauk Village | 2.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Jefferson Elem School Chicago Heights | 1.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Brookwood Middle School Glenwood | 2.6 mi | 2.7 |
| Garfield Elem School Chicago Heights | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Brookwood Jr High School Glenwood | 2.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Rickover Jr High School Sauk Village | 2.4 mi | 2.4 |
| ST AGNES SCHOOL Chicago Heights | 2.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Washington-McKinley Elem Sch Chicago Heights | 2.4 mi | 6.6 |
| CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chicago Heights | 2.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Steger Intermediate Center Steger | 3.0 mi | 3.5 |
| U S Grant Elem School South Chicago Heights | 2.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Bloom High School Chicago Heights | 2.6 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60411 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,627
Median Home Value
$148,200
Median Rent
$1,156/mo
Population
52,395
College Educated
22.4%
Homeownership
65.3%
Avg Commute
35.9 min
Poverty Rate
22.3%
Median Age
35.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cisne Middle School Cisne, IL | 5.6 |
| South Central Middle School Kinmundy, IL | 5.6 |
| Athens Junior High School Athens, IL | 5.5 |
| Matherville Intermediate School Matherville, IL | 5.7 |
| LeRoy Junior High School Le Roy, IL | 5.8 |
| Illini Central Middle School Mason City, IL | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center
What grades does Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center serve?
Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center?
Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center has an enrollment of approximately 139 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center rank in IL?
Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center ranks #2,415 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center a charter school?
No, Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center a Title I school?
No, Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center?
96.4% of students at Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center 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
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 139
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 1.4%
- Phone
- (708) 758-1400
Resources & Links
District
Ford Heights SD 169- District Enrollment
- 427
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,389
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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