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#468 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 12% in state

Edgewood Middle School

Middle School · North Shore SD 112

2031 Sheridan Rd, Highland Park, IL 60035

Enrollment

659

Student-Teacher

11.4:1

Score

8.1

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#468 of 3,813

In Highland Park

#6 of 9

public schools

In district

#6 of 9

North Shore SD 112

School environment

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Edgewood Middle School

8.1/10

Middle School in Highland Park · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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9.2/10

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9.4/10

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About Edgewood Middle School

Edgewood Middle School is a public middle school in Highland Park, IL, part of North Shore SD 112. Edgewood Middle School serves approximately 659 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Edgewood Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #468 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Edgewood Middle School show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.8
  • IL avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.3Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.47 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.0Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-2.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile70th
Resources & Environment9.7Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,799
Chronic Absenteeism16.5%

Edgewood Middle School — Students at Edgewood Middle School score 47% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 64.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 68.1% (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
95%
ELA
97%
2010
Math
95%
ELA
96%
2011
Math
94%
ELA
94%
2012
Math
79%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
81%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
43%
ELA
60%
2015
Math
49%
ELA
59%
2016
Math
51%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
48%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
54%
ELA
59%
2019
Math
54%
ELA
59%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2022
ELA
47%

* 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: 7.3/10.

How Edgewood Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.1/10
88th percentile in IL
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
7.3/10
Very Good
Environment
9.7/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
58 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2031 Sheridan Rd, Highland Park, IL 60035

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Edgewood Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Alan B Shepard Middle School (rated 9.4/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Deerfield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Northwood Middle School (rated 7.5/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Highland Park, see our Highland Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Indian Trail Elem School Highland Park 0.1 mi 9.2
Highland Park High School Highland Park 0.3 mi 9.4
ARLYN DAY SCHOOL Highland Park 0.9 mi 8.0
Oak Terrace Elem School Highwood 1.1 mi 8.3
Ravinia Elem School Highland Park 1.8 mi 9.2
HIGHLAND PARK MONTESSORI Highland Park 2.0 mi
Northwood Middle School Highland Park 1.7 mi 7.5
Wayne Thomas Elem School Highland Park 1.7 mi 8.4
MONTESSORI CONNECTION WEST Highland Park 1.8 mi
Red Oak Elem School Highland Park 2.2 mi 6.9
Sherwood Elem School Highland Park 2.1 mi 8.0
Braeside Elem School Highland Park 2.7 mi 9.2
COVE SCHOOL Northbrook 3.1 mi 7.6
Walden Elem School Deerfield 2.6 mi 9.4
Kipling Elem School Deerfield 2.8 mi 9.2
Cherokee Elem School Lake Forest 3.2 mi 8.8
Deerfield High School Deerfield 2.9 mi 9.6
WOODLANDS ACADEMY OF THE SACRED HEART Lake Forest 3.6 mi 8.6
West School Glencoe 3.8 mi 9.5
Alan B Shepard Middle School Deerfield 3.4 mi 9.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60035 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$161,811

Median Home Value

$594,600

Median Rent

$1,903/mo

Population

30,236

College Educated

76.1%

Homeownership

83.7%

Avg Commute

28.1 min

Poverty Rate

3.3%

Median Age

46

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Edgewood Middle School

What grades does Edgewood Middle School serve?

Edgewood Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Edgewood Middle School?

Edgewood Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 659 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Edgewood Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Edgewood Middle School is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Edgewood Middle School rank in IL?

Edgewood Middle School ranks #468 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Edgewood Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Edgewood Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Edgewood Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Edgewood Middle School has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Edgewood Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Edgewood Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
76 Very Walkable
Transit Score
37 Some Transit
Bike Score
59 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
659
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
58
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Lake County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.5%

District

North Shore SD 112
District Enrollment
3,774
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,799
District Rank
#6 of 9

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