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#2868 of 3,813 schools in IL
Heritage Middle School
Middle School · Sunnybrook SD 171
19250 Burnham Ave, Lansing, IL 60438
Enrollment
482
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
5.1
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
482
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
5.1
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,868 of 3,813
In Lansing
#5 of 8
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
Sunnybrook SD 171
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About Heritage Middle School
Heritage Middle School is a public middle school in Lansing, IL, part of Sunnybrook SD 171. Heritage Middle School serves approximately 482 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Heritage Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,868 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Heritage Middle School show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- IL avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
33% 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 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
36.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 6.4/10.
How Heritage Middle School Compares
See how Heritage Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
19250 Burnham Ave, Lansing, IL 60438
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Heritage Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Wilbur Wright Middle School (rated 7.3/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Munster), which scores notably higher. Another option is Schrum Memorial School (rated 5.7/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Calumet City), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Memorial Jr High School (rated 5.0/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lansing, see our Lansing schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Nathan Hale Elem School Lansing | 0.3 mi | 4.1 |
| EAGLE ACADEMY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lansing | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Thornton Fractnl So High School Lansing | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Lester Crawl Primary Ctr Lansing | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Memorial Jr High School Lansing | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| LANSING CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lansing | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Coolidge Elementary School Lansing | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Sandridge Elem School Lynwood | 1.9 mi | 4.8 |
| ST PAUL'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Munster | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Oak Glen Elem School Lansing | 1.8 mi | 5.3 |
| James B Eads Elementary School Munster | 2.0 mi | 8.9 |
| ST THOMAS MORE SCHOOL Munster | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Munster High School Munster | 1.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Reavis Elem School Lansing | 2.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Wilbur Wright Middle School Munster | 2.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Frank H Hammond Elementary School Munster | 2.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Protsman Elementary School Dyer | 2.7 mi | 8.9 |
| Schrum Memorial School Calumet City | 3.0 mi | 5.7 |
| AMERICAN SCHOOL Lansing | 3.1 mi | 4.8 |
| PLUM CREEK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Dyer | 3.0 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60438 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,043
Median Home Value
$168,600
Median Rent
$1,271/mo
Population
28,802
College Educated
27.6%
Homeownership
70.2%
Avg Commute
32.6 min
Poverty Rate
15.8%
Median Age
40.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bradley Central Middle School Bradley, IL | 5.1 |
| Centralia Jr High School Centralia, IL | 5.1 |
| East St Louis-Lincoln Middle Sch East Saint Louis, IL | 5.1 |
| Jacksonville Middle School Jacksonville, IL | 5.1 |
| Macomb Middle School Macomb, IL | 5.1 |
| Mattoon Middle School Mattoon, IL | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Heritage Middle School
What grades does Heritage Middle School serve?
Heritage Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Heritage Middle School?
Heritage Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 482 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Heritage Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Heritage Middle School is 16.1:1. 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 #2,868 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Heritage Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Heritage Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Heritage Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Heritage Middle School has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 46% 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?
36.3% 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
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 482
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 36.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.0%
- Phone
- (708) 895-0790
Resources & Links
District
Sunnybrook SD 171- District Enrollment
- 1,015
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,200
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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