Excellent
#179 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 5% in state
Highlands Middle School
Middle School · LaGrange Highlands SD 106
1850 W Plainfield Rd, La Grange Highlands, IL 60525
Enrollment
433
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
8.9
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
433
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
8.9
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#179 of 3,813
In La Grange Highlands
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
LaGrange Highlands SD 106
School environment
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Highlands Middle School
Highlands Middle School is a public middle school in La Grange Highlands, IL, part of LaGrange Highlands SD 106. Highlands Middle School serves approximately 433 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Highlands Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #179 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Highlands Middle School show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.9 · Excellent
- IL avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Highlands Middle School — Students at Highlands Middle School score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
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: 8.2/10.
How Highlands Middle School Compares
See how Highlands Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
1850 W Plainfield Rd, La Grange Highlands, IL 60525
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Highlands Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. McClure Jr High School (rated 9.4/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Western Springs), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Pleasantdale Middle Sch (rated 8.9/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Burr Ridge), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Wm F Gurrie Middle School (rated 8.4/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby La Grange), with a comparable rating. For more schools in La Grange Highlands, see our La Grange Highlands schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Highlands Elem School La Grange Highlands | 0.1 mi | 9.1 |
| ACACIA ACADEMY La Grange | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| ST JOHN OF THE CROSS PARISH SCHOOL Western Springs | 1.1 mi | 4.4 |
| ST CLETUS SCHOOL La Grange | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Forest Hills Elem School Western Springs | 1.3 mi | 9.5 |
| Wm F Gurrie Middle School La Grange | 1.3 mi | 8.4 |
| Spring Ave Elem School La Grange | 1.3 mi | 8.7 |
| CREATIVE WORLD MONTESSORI SCHOOL La Grange | 1.7 mi | — |
| Ideal Elem School Countryside | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Pleasantdale Middle Sch Burr Ridge | 1.9 mi | 8.9 |
| Oak Elem School Hinsdale | 1.5 mi | 9.7 |
| VINE ACADEMY Burr Ridge | 1.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Field Park Elem School Western Springs | 2.0 mi | 9.2 |
| Elm Elem School Burr Ridge | 1.5 mi | 9.7 |
| McClure Jr High School Western Springs | 2.2 mi | 9.4 |
| Lyons Twp High Sch La Grange | 2.1 mi | 9.0 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF WESTERN SPRINGS Western Springs | 2.1 mi | — |
| Seventh Ave Elem School La Grange | 1.9 mi | 8.8 |
| HINSDALE ADVENTIST ACADEMY Hinsdale | 2.2 mi | 8.1 |
| John Laidlaw Elem School Western Springs | 2.4 mi | 9.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60525 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$113,718
Median Home Value
$422,500
Median Rent
$1,475/mo
Population
31,453
College Educated
52.9%
Homeownership
79.6%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
5.8%
Median Age
43.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Jane Addams Middle School Bolingbrook, IL | 8.9 |
| Pleasantdale Middle Sch Burr Ridge, IL | 8.9 |
| Bureau Valley Elem and JH Manlius, IL | 9.0 |
| Madison Jr High School Naperville, IL | 8.8 |
| Washington Jr High School Naperville, IL | 8.8 |
| Gower Middle School Burr Ridge, IL | 8.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Highlands Middle School
What grades does Highlands Middle School serve?
Highlands Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Highlands Middle School?
Highlands Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 433 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Highlands Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Highlands Middle School is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Highlands Middle School rank in IL?
Highlands Middle School ranks #179 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Highlands Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Highlands Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 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 Highlands Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Highlands Middle School has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Highlands Middle School a charter school?
No, Highlands Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Highlands Middle School a Title I school?
No, Highlands Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 433
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (708) 579-6890
Resources & Links
District
LaGrange Highlands SD 106- District Enrollment
- 996
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,035
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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