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#394 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 10% in state

Hadley Junior High School

Middle School · Glen Ellyn SD 41

240 Hawthorne Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137

Enrollment

1,111

Student-Teacher

14.1:1

Score

8.3

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#394 of 3,813

In Glen Ellyn

#6 of 11

public schools

In district

#2 of 5

Glen Ellyn SD 41

Academic performance

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Hadley Junior High School

8.3/10

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

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About Hadley Junior High School

Hadley Junior High School is a public middle school in Glen Ellyn, IL, part of Glen Ellyn SD 41. Hadley Junior High School serves approximately 1,111 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Hadley Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #394 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Hadley Junior High School show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

What's said publicly about Hadley Junior High School

Sources: Wikipedia

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.

Hadley Junior High School is located in Glen Ellyn, a western suburb of Chicago, Illinois 1 . The school is named after former school superintendent William M. Hadley 1 . It serves as the main middle school feeding into Glenbard West High School 1 . Hadley Junior High is the only middle school within District 41, which also comprises four elementary schools: Benjamin Franklin, Lincoln, Churchill, and Forest Glen 1 .
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How it compares2.2 pts above IL schools
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • IL avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.1Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.81 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.2Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency49% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency65% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+7.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile88th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,895
Chronic Absenteeism19.1%

Hadley Junior High School — Students at Hadley Junior High School score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 67.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 67.4% (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
94%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
94%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
94%
ELA
93%
2012
Math
79%
ELA
80%
2013
Math
84%
ELA
80%
2014
Math
55%
ELA
55%
2015
Math
56%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
56%
ELA
60%
2017
Math
60%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
55%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
55%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
49%
ELA
45%
2021*
Math
49%
ELA
45%
2022
ELA
65%

* 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: 8.1/10.

How Hadley Junior High School Compares

See how Hadley Junior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.3/10
90th percentile in IL
Academic
9.2/10
Excellent
Growth
8.1/10
Excellent
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
79 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.1%

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

240 Hawthorne Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hadley Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Franklin Middle School (rated 8.5/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Wheaton), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Glenside Middle School (rated 7.2/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Glendale Heights), a more accessible option. For more schools in Glen Ellyn, see our Glen Ellyn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Churchill Elem School Glen Ellyn 0.6 mi 6.8
Washington Elementary School Wheaton 0.7 mi 8.4
ST PETRONILLE SCHOOL Glen Ellyn 0.8 mi 5.6
Abraham Lincoln Elem School Glen Ellyn 1.1 mi 7.9
Forest Glen Elem School Glen Ellyn 0.9 mi 7.7
Hawthorne Elem School Wheaton 1.1 mi 9.3
Glenbard West High School Glen Ellyn 1.1 mi 8.9
DIAMANTE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Glen Ellyn 1.1 mi
Lowell Elem School Wheaton 1.4 mi 7.9
DUPAGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL - WHEATON Wheaton 1.2 mi
CARRIERS OF LIGHT Wheaton 1.6 mi 8.0
Glen Hill Elementary School Glendale Heights 1.7 mi 7.5
Franklin Middle School Wheaton 1.5 mi 8.5
CLARE WOODS ACADEMY Wheaton 1.6 mi 8.0
Benjamin Franklin Elem School Glen Ellyn 1.6 mi 8.3
KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER #865 Glendale Heights 2.1 mi
Longfellow Elem School Wheaton 1.8 mi 8.9
Lincoln Elem School Wheaton 2.2 mi 8.6
Queen Bee School Glendale Heights 2.3 mi 5.6
Glenside Middle School Glendale Heights 2.4 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60137 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$131,695

Median Home Value

$490,800

Median Rent

$1,321/mo

Population

38,754

College Educated

63.7%

Homeownership

80.9%

Avg Commute

28.4 min

Poverty Rate

4.9%

Median Age

40.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hadley Junior High School

What grades does Hadley Junior High School serve?

Hadley Junior High School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Hadley Junior High School?

Hadley Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,111 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hadley Junior High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Hadley Junior High School is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hadley Junior High School rank in IL?

Hadley Junior High School ranks #394 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Hadley Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Hadley Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Hadley Junior High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hadley Junior High School has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Hadley Junior High School a charter school?

No, Hadley Junior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Hadley Junior High School a Title I school?

No, Hadley Junior High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
12 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
13 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,111
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
79
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
DuPage County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.1%

District

Glen Ellyn SD 41
District Enrollment
3,474
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,895
District Rank
#2 of 5

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