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#175 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 5% 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

8.6

Grades

6th – 8th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Glen Ellyn

#2 of 11

public schools

Illinois middle schools

#26 of 684

In district

#1 of 5

Glen Ellyn SD 41

Academic performance

9.3 / 10

Exceptional

About Hadley Junior High School

Hadley Junior High School is a public middle school in Glen Ellyn, IL, part of the Glen Ellyn SD 41. The school serves approximately 1,111 students in grades 6th – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 14.1:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.6/10, placing it in the 95.4th percentile among IL schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 52% proficiency in math and 56% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.0/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $131,695, where 64% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large suburban setting.

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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Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.0Exceptional40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-0.54 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendStable
Academics9.3Exceptional35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency49%
Reading/ELA Proficiency65%
Overall Proficiency57%
Expected (poverty-adj.)49%
vs. Expected+8.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile89th
Resources & Environment6.8Above Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,481

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

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

0%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 52.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 55.7%
School
State
N/A

Based on 5 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2019
Math
55%
ELA
57%
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: 9.0/10.

How Hadley Junior High School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.6/10
95th percentile in IL
Academic
9.3/10
9.3/10
Growth
9.0/10
Above average
Environment
6.8/10
Above average

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 6.9/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Wheaton), a more accessible option. Additionally, Glenside Middle School (rated 6.1/10, 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 5.5
Washington Elementary School Wheaton 0.7 mi 8.3
ST PETRONILLE SCHOOL Glen Ellyn 0.8 mi 5.6
Abraham Lincoln Elem School Glen Ellyn 1.1 mi 3.9
Forest Glen Elem School Glen Ellyn 0.9 mi 4.5
Hawthorne Elem School Wheaton 1.1 mi 7.7
Glenbard West High School Glen Ellyn 1.1 mi 8.5
DIAMANTE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Glen Ellyn 1.1 mi
Lowell Elem School Wheaton 1.4 mi 9.3
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 5.8
Franklin Middle School Wheaton 1.5 mi 6.9
CLARE WOODS ACADEMY Wheaton 1.6 mi 8.0
Benjamin Franklin Elem School Glen Ellyn 1.6 mi 5.6
KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER #865 Glendale Heights 2.1 mi
Longfellow Elem School Wheaton 1.8 mi 6.9
Lincoln Elem School Wheaton 2.2 mi 8.1
Queen Bee School Glendale Heights 2.3 mi 5.5
Glenside Middle School Glendale Heights 2.4 mi 6.1

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

Community Profile

The community surrounding Hadley Junior High School has a median household income of $131,695. It is a well-educated community where 64% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $490,800, with a median rent of $1,321/month. The local poverty rate of 4.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School Oak Park, IL 8.6
Chicago Heights Middle School Chicago Hts, IL 8.7
Cooper Middle School Buffalo Grove, IL 8.5
Palos South Middle School Palos Park, IL 8.4
Highland Middle School Libertyville, IL 8.8
Percy Julian Middle School Oak Park, IL 8.8

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 is ranked #175 out of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Hadley Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Hadley Junior High School has a composite rating of 8.6 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Hadley Junior High School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Hadley Junior High School has 52.0% math proficiency and 55.7% reading/ELA proficiency.

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
36 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
Average (635/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Glen Ellyn). Data >1 year old.

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
Data Year
2023–2024

District

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

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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