Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center

Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center is a middle school located in Ford Heights, Illinois, within the larger suburban area of Cook County. The school serves students from fifth to eighth grade and has an enrollment of 139 students with a student-teacher ratio of 11.6:1, ensuring that each student receives personalized attention. With 12 full-time equivalent teachers on staff, Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center aims to support the academic and social development of its middle schoolers.

The school’s MySchoolScout rating is 2.9 out of 10, placing it in the third percentile among Illinois schools, with a specific focus on areas for improvement in both ELA/Reading (7% proficient or above) and Math (10% proficient or above). While these scores indicate room for academic growth, the school community remains committed to enhancing educational outcomes and providing supportive learning environments. Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center is situated within a bustling suburban setting that offers its students access to various resources and activities in the surrounding area.

With an enrollment of 139 students, Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.