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#3283 of 3,813 schools in IL

Shiloh Park Middle School

Middle School · Zion ESD 6

2635 Gabriel Ave, Zion, IL 60099

Enrollment

351

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

4.5

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#3,283 of 3,813

In Zion

#4 of 9

public schools

In district

#2 of 7

Zion ESD 6

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Shiloh Park Middle School

4.5/10

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

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4.4/10

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About Shiloh Park Middle School

Shiloh Park Middle School is a public middle school in Zion, IL, part of Zion ESD 6. Shiloh Park Middle School serves approximately 351 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Shiloh Park Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,283 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Shiloh Park Middle School show 6% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.5 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.5
  • IL avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

48% of students at Shiloh Park 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

Partial Profile · 2/3 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics3.7Needs Improvement58%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Reading/ELA Proficiency6% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency6% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)11% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-5.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile18th
Resources & Environment5.7Average42%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,368
Chronic Absenteeism48.4%

Shiloh Park Middle School — Students at Shiloh Park Middle School score 6% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 11%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

82.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency N/A
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 6.0% (2022 EdFacts)
School
State
N/A

Based on 1 test record from IL state assessments. About our data

How Shiloh Park Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.5/10
14th percentile in IL
Academic
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.7/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
83%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
48.4%

Location

2635 Gabriel Ave, Zion, IL 60099

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Shiloh Park Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. North Prairie Jr High (rated 4.7/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Winthrop Harbor), with a very similar rating. Another option is Zion Central Middle School (rated 4.4/10, 0.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Beach Park Middle School (rated 3.8/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Beach Park), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Zion, see our Zion schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Zion Central Middle School Zion 0.1 mi 4.4
OUR SAVIORS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Zion 0.5 mi 6.3
Elmwood Elem School Zion 0.5 mi 4.7
New Tech High - Zion-Benton East Zion 0.6 mi 6.2
Lakeview School Zion 0.6 mi 3.3
West Elementary School Zion 0.7 mi 3.3
Beulah Park Elem School Zion 0.9 mi 3.6
East Elementary School Zion 0.8 mi 3.5
OUR LADY OF HUMILITY SCHOOL Beach Park 1.3 mi 8.4
Kenneth Murphy School Beach Park 1.4 mi 3.1
Howe Elementary School Beach Park 1.9 mi 3.5
Zion-Benton Twnshp Hi Sch Zion 1.6 mi 6.6
Oak Crest School Beach Park 2.0 mi 6.3
Westfield School Winthrop Harbor 2.2 mi 6.5
North Prairie Jr High Winthrop Harbor 2.6 mi 4.7
LAKE COUNTY BAPTIST SCHOOL Waukegan 2.6 mi 8.3
Beach Park Middle School Beach Park 2.1 mi 3.8
H R McCall Elem School Waukegan 2.8 mi 6.3
John S Clark Elem School Waukegan 3.4 mi 6.7
Little Fort Elem School Waukegan 3.5 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60099 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,647

Median Home Value

$190,300

Median Rent

$1,131/mo

Population

30,485

College Educated

16.4%

Homeownership

62.8%

Avg Commute

28.3 min

Poverty Rate

14.8%

Median Age

34.3

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Auburn Jr High at Divernon Divernon, IL 4.5
Central Jr High School East Peoria, IL 4.5
Clinton Jr High School Clinton, IL 4.5
Grant Middle School Fairview Heights, IL 4.5
Spring Wood Middle School Hanover Park, IL 4.5
Benton Grade Sch 5-8 Benton, IL 4.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Shiloh Park Middle School

What grades does Shiloh Park Middle School serve?

Shiloh Park Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Shiloh Park Middle School?

Shiloh Park Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 351 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Shiloh Park Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Shiloh Park Middle School is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Shiloh Park Middle School rank in IL?

Shiloh Park Middle School ranks #3,283 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Shiloh Park Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Shiloh Park Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Shiloh Park Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Shiloh Park Middle School has 6% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts).

Is Shiloh Park Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Shiloh Park Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

82.6% of students at Shiloh Park 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
46 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
351
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
82.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Lake County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
48.4%

District

Zion ESD 6
District Enrollment
2,161
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,368
District Rank
#2 of 7

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