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#889 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 23% in state

Heritage Grove Middle School

Middle School · Plainfield SD 202

12425 S Van Dyke Rd, Plainfield, IL 60585

Enrollment

833

Student-Teacher

14.6:1

Score

7.5

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#889 of 3,813

In Plainfield

#5 of 29

public schools

In district

#4 of 30

Plainfield SD 202

Academic performance

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Heritage Grove Middle School

7.5/10

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

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About Heritage Grove Middle School

Heritage Grove Middle School is a public middle school in Plainfield, IL, part of Plainfield SD 202. Heritage Grove Middle School serves approximately 833 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Heritage Grove Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #889 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Heritage Grove Middle School show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.5 pts above district
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.0
  • IL avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.2Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.52 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.0Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency38% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency54% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency46% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+8.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile84th
Resources & Environment5.7Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,896
Chronic Absenteeism19.7%

Heritage Grove Middle School — Students at Heritage Grove Middle School score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

25.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 65.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 67.6% (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
96%
ELA
93%
2010
Math
96%
ELA
95%
2011
Math
97%
ELA
94%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
76%
2013
Math
86%
ELA
76%
2014
Math
54%
ELA
59%
2015
Math
55%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
60%
2017
Math
53%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
51%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
51%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
38%
ELA
48%
2021*
Math
38%
ELA
48%
2022
ELA
54%

* 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: 7.2/10.

How Heritage Grove Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.5/10
77th percentile in IL
Academic
9.0/10
Excellent
Growth
7.2/10
Very Good
Environment
5.7/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
25%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
57 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.7%

Location

12425 S Van Dyke Rd, Plainfield, IL 60585

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Heritage Grove Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Scullen Middle School (rated 8.4/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Naperville), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Clifford Crone Middle School (rated 8.2/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Naperville), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, John F Kennedy Middle Sch (rated 6.5/10, 2.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Plainfield, see our Plainfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi
School Distance Rating
KLA SCHOOLS OF PLAINFIELD Plainfield 0.2 mi
Plainfield North High School Plainfield 0.7 mi 7.7
Eagle Pointe Elementary School Plainfield 0.9 mi 7.4
Freedom Elem School Plainfield 1.1 mi 7.3
Walkers Grove Elementary School Plainfield 1.4 mi 7.9
GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT NAPERVILLE Naperville 1.5 mi
Clifford Crone Middle School Naperville 1.7 mi 8.2
V Blanche Graham Elementary Naperville 1.9 mi 8.3
Oliver Julian Kendall Elem School Naperville 2.4 mi 8.5
Plainfield East High School Plainfield 2.1 mi 7.5
Scullen Middle School Naperville 2.8 mi 8.4
Danielle-Joy Peterson Elem Sch Naperville 2.7 mi 8.4
MONTESSORI OF PLAINFIELD Plainfield 2.9 mi
Indian Trail Middle School Plainfield 3.0 mi 6.0
John F Kennedy Middle Sch Plainfield 2.4 mi 6.5
Elizabeth Eichelberger Elem Sch Plainfield 2.4 mi 7.1
Lincoln Elementary Plainfield 3.1 mi 8.0
Liberty Elementary School Bolingbrook 2.5 mi 6.7
Patterson Elementary School Naperville 3.1 mi 8.6
Fry Elementary School Naperville 3.5 mi 8.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60585 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$151,202

Median Home Value

$416,400

Median Rent

$2,326/mo

Population

24,948

College Educated

60.5%

Homeownership

91.6%

Avg Commute

35.9 min

Poverty Rate

3%

Median Age

39

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Northwood Middle School Highland Park, IL 7.5
Richardson Middle School Chicago, IL 7.5
Stephen Mack Middle School Rockton, IL 7.5
Barrington Middle Sch Station Barrington, IL 7.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Heritage Grove Middle School

What grades does Heritage Grove Middle School serve?

Heritage Grove Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Heritage Grove Middle School?

Heritage Grove Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 833 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Heritage Grove Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Heritage Grove Middle School is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Heritage Grove Middle School rank in IL?

Heritage Grove Middle School ranks #889 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Heritage Grove Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Heritage Grove Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Heritage Grove Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Heritage Grove Middle School has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Heritage Grove Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Heritage Grove Middle School a Title I school?

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

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Heritage Grove Middle School?

25.2% of students at Heritage Grove Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
30 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
833
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
57
Free/Reduced Lunch
25.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Will County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.7%

District

Plainfield SD 202
District Enrollment
24,683
Schools in District
31
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,896
District Rank
#4 of 30

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