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O Neill Middle School
Middle School · Downers Grove GSD 58
635 59th St, Downers Grove, IL 60516
Enrollment
438
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
5.7
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
438
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
5.7
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,338 of 3,813
In Downers Grove
#16 of 17
public schools
In district
#12 of 13
Downers Grove GSD 58
School environment
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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About O Neill Middle School
O Neill Middle School is a public middle school in Downers Grove, IL, part of Downers Grove GSD 58. O Neill Middle School serves approximately 438 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. O Neill Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,338 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for O Neill Middle School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 5.8
- IL avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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O Neill Middle School — Students at O Neill Middle School score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
7.1%
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: 3.9/10.
How O Neill Middle School Compares
See how O Neill Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
635 59th St, Downers Grove, IL 60516
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering O Neill Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Westview Hills Middle School (rated 8.3/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Willowbrook), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Herrick Middle School (rated 6.0/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Downers Grove, see our Downers Grove schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Fairmount Elem School Downers Grove | 0.2 mi | 7.1 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN ACADEMY Downers Grove | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Whittier Elem School Downers Grove | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| DOWNERS GROVE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Downers Grove | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| El Sierra Elem School Downers Grove | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Kingsley Elem School Downers Grove | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Hillcrest Elem School Downers Grove | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| AVERY COONLEY SCHOOL Downers Grove | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Comm H S Dist 99 - South High Sch Downers Grove | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| ST JOSEPH Downers Grove | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Lester Elem School Downers Grove | 1.7 mi | 7.7 |
| South School Westmont | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Maercker Elem School Westmont | 1.4 mi | 8.3 |
| DOWNERS GROVE ADVENTIST SCHOOL Downers Grove | 1.5 mi | — |
| Comm H S Dist 99 - North H S Downers Grove | 1.9 mi | 8.8 |
| Westview Hills Middle School Willowbrook | 1.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Indian Trail Elem School Downers Grove | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| PATHWAY MONTESSORI Downers Grove | 1.6 mi | — |
| MARQUETTE MANOR BAPTIST ACADEMY Downers Grove | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Herrick Middle School Downers Grove | 2.1 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60516 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$118,780
Median Home Value
$423,000
Median Rent
$1,636/mo
Population
28,594
College Educated
53.9%
Homeownership
77.6%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
4%
Median Age
42
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bourbonnais Upper Grade Center Bourbonnais, IL | 5.7 |
| Carl Sandburg Middle School Mundelein, IL | 5.7 |
| Emily G Johns School Plano, IL | 5.7 |
| Matthews Middle School Island Lake, IL | 5.7 |
| Michelle Obama Sch of Technology Park Forest, IL | 5.7 |
| Oliver W Holmes Middle School Wheeling, IL | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about O Neill Middle School
What grades does O Neill Middle School serve?
O Neill Middle School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend O Neill Middle School?
O Neill Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 438 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at O Neill Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at O Neill Middle School is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does O Neill Middle School rank in IL?
O Neill Middle School ranks #2,338 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is O Neill Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
O Neill Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 O Neill Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, O Neill Middle School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is O Neill Middle School a charter school?
No, O Neill Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is O Neill Middle School a Title I school?
No, O Neill Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for O Neill Middle School?
7.1% of students at O Neill 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
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 438
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 7.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- DuPage County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.0%
- Phone
- (630) 719-5815
Resources & Links
District
Downers Grove GSD 58- District Enrollment
- 4,838
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,037
- District Rank
- #12 of 13
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