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Sandwich Middle School

Middle School · Sandwich CUSD 430

600 S Wells St, Sandwich, IL 60548

Enrollment

429

Student-Teacher

13.4:1

Score

6.0

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#2,110 of 3,813

In Sandwich

#6 of 6

public schools

In district

#6 of 6

Sandwich CUSD 430

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Sandwich Middle School

6.0/10

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

Herman E Dummer

6.9/10

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7.7/10

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About Sandwich Middle School

Sandwich Middle School is a public middle school in Sandwich, IL, part of Sandwich CUSD 430. Sandwich Middle School serves approximately 429 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Sandwich Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,110 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Sandwich Middle School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with IL schools
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • IL avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.7Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.25 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.8Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency20% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency31% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency26% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)27% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-1.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile53th
Resources & Environment5.4Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,175
Chronic Absenteeism22.4%

Sandwich Middle School — Students at Sandwich Middle School score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

48.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 43.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 49.1% (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
84%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
85%
ELA
81%
2011
Math
84%
ELA
83%
2012
Math
59%
ELA
59%
2013
Math
58%
ELA
58%
2014
Math
25%
ELA
36%
2015
Math
30%
ELA
33%
2016
Math
24%
ELA
38%
2017
Math
23%
ELA
39%
2018
Math
25%
ELA
44%
2019
Math
25%
ELA
44%
2020*
Math
20%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
20%
ELA
32%
2022
ELA
31%

* 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: 5.7/10.

How Sandwich Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.0/10
45th percentile in IL
Academic
6.8/10
Average
Growth
5.7/10
Average
Environment
5.4/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
49%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.4%

Location

600 S Wells St, Sandwich, IL 60548

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sandwich Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Somonauk Middle School (rated 8.9/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Somonauk), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hinckley-Big Rock Middle Sch (rated 7.7/10, 9.4 miles away, in nearby Big Rock), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Millbrook Junior High School (rated 6.4/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Newark), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Sandwich, see our Sandwich schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Herman E Dummer Sandwich 0.1 mi 6.9
Lynn G Haskin Elementary School Sandwich 0.1 mi 7.7
Sandwich Community High School Sandwich 0.2 mi 6.3
W W Woodbury Elem School Sandwich 0.5 mi 7.5
Prairie View Elem School Sandwich 1.3 mi 7.7
James R Wood Elem School Somonauk 3.6 mi 7.1
Somonauk High School Somonauk 3.7 mi 6.3
Somonauk Middle School Somonauk 3.7 mi 8.9
Plano High School Plano 4.2 mi 6.9
Millbrook Junior High School Newark 4.5 mi 6.4
Centennial Elem School Plano 4.4 mi 5.2
Plano Middle School Plano 4.6 mi 5.2
P H Miller Elem School Plano 4.9 mi 6.0
Newark Elem School Newark 7.1 mi 6.5
Newark Comm High School Newark 7.1 mi 7.8
Emily G Johns School Plano 6.2 mi 5.7
Sheridan Elem School Sheridan 8.3 mi 6.3
Hinckley-Big Rock High School Hinckley 9.0 mi 6.7
Hinckley-Big Rock Elem Sch Hinckley 9.0 mi 6.0
Hinckley-Big Rock Middle Sch Big Rock 9.4 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60548 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$83,774

Median Home Value

$240,000

Median Rent

$1,046/mo

Population

11,233

College Educated

20.8%

Homeownership

79.4%

Avg Commute

32.2 min

Poverty Rate

8.5%

Median Age

41.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sandwich Middle School

What grades does Sandwich Middle School serve?

Sandwich Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Sandwich Middle School?

Sandwich Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 429 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sandwich Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Sandwich Middle School is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sandwich Middle School rank in IL?

Sandwich Middle School ranks #2,110 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Sandwich Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Sandwich Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Sandwich Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sandwich Middle School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Sandwich Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Sandwich Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

48.7% of students at Sandwich 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
68 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
47 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
429
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
48.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
DeKalb County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.4%

District

Sandwich CUSD 430
District Enrollment
1,853
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,175
District Rank
#6 of 6

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