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#2639 of 3,813 schools in IL
Heritage Middle School
Middle School · Summit SD 104
6021 S 74th Ave, Summit, IL 60501
Enrollment
447
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
5.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
447
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
5.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,639 of 3,813
In Summit
#3 of 5
public schools
In district
#2 of 5
Summit SD 104
School environment
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Heritage Middle School
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About Heritage Middle School
Heritage Middle School is a public middle school in Summit, IL, part of Summit SD 104. Heritage Middle School serves approximately 447 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Heritage Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,639 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Heritage Middle School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- IL avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
30% of students at Heritage Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Heritage Middle School — Students at Heritage Middle School score 13% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 10%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 23 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.2/10.
How Heritage Middle School Compares
See how Heritage Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
6021 S 74th Ave, Summit, IL 60501
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Heritage Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Argo Community High School (rated 8.3/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Kinzie Elem School (rated 8.3/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Chicago), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Blair Early Childhood Center (rated 7.4/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Chicago), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Summit, see our Summit schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Otis P Graves Elem School Summit | 0.0 mi | 5.3 |
| PECKWAS PREPARATORY ACADEMY Summit | 0.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Argo Community High School Summit | 0.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Walsh Elem School Summit | 0.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Dr Donald Wharton Elem School Summit | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Dore Elem School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 4.6 |
| W W Walker Elem School Bedford Park | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Blair Early Childhood Center Chicago | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Byrne Elem School Chicago | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Kennedy High School Chicago | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Kinzie Elem School Chicago | 1.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Hale Elem School Chicago | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| KID'Z COLONY Chicago | 1.6 mi | — |
| J W Robinson Jr Elem School Lyons | 2.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Home Elem School Stickney | 2.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Robina Lyle Elementary School Bridgeview | 2.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Costello School Lyons | 2.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Bridgeview Elem School Bridgeview | 2.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Edison Elem School Stickney | 2.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Washington Middle School Lyons | 2.6 mi | 4.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60501 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,110
Median Home Value
$227,300
Median Rent
$1,017/mo
Population
11,490
College Educated
13.1%
Homeownership
62.7%
Avg Commute
30.6 min
Poverty Rate
11.9%
Median Age
38.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Central Intermediate School Ottawa, IL | 5.3 |
| Du Quoin Middle School Du Quoin, IL | 5.3 |
| Everett F Kerr Middle School Blue Island, IL | 5.3 |
| Liberty Leadership Middle School Peoria, IL | 5.3 |
| MacArthur Middle School Berkeley, IL | 5.3 |
| McKinley Jr High School South Holland, IL | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Heritage Middle School
What grades does Heritage Middle School serve?
Heritage Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Heritage Middle School?
Heritage Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 447 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Heritage Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Heritage Middle School is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Heritage Middle School rank in IL?
Heritage Middle School ranks #2,639 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Heritage Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Heritage Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Heritage Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Heritage Middle School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Heritage Middle School a charter school?
No, Heritage Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Heritage Middle School a Title I school?
No, Heritage Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Heritage Middle School?
86.6% of students at Heritage 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 447
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.4%
- Phone
- (708) 458-7590
Resources & Links
District
Summit SD 104- District Enrollment
- 1,447
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,862
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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