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#771 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 20% in state

Still Middle School

Middle School · Indian Prairie CUSD 204

787 Meadowridge Dr, Aurora, IL 60504

Enrollment

678

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

7.7

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#771 of 3,813

In Aurora

#7 of 45

public schools

In district

#22 of 32

Indian Prairie CUSD 204

School environment

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Still Middle School

7.7/10

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

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About Still Middle School

Still Middle School is a public middle school in Aurora, IL, part of Indian Prairie CUSD 204. Still Middle School serves approximately 678 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Still Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #771 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Still Middle School show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.8
  • IL avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.6Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.85 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.1Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency43% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency40% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+0.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile72th
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,127
Chronic Absenteeism11.8%

Still Middle School — Students at Still Middle School score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

22.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 63.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 64.1% (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
94%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
94%
ELA
93%
2011
Math
96%
ELA
93%
2012
Math
79%
ELA
79%
2013
Math
80%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
56%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
54%
ELA
54%
2016
Math
49%
ELA
56%
2017
Math
50%
ELA
54%
2018
Math
49%
ELA
58%
2019
Math
49%
ELA
58%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
40%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
40%
2022
ELA
43%

* 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: 6.6/10.

How Still Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.7/10
80th percentile in IL
Academic
8.1/10
Excellent
Growth
6.6/10
Average
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
23%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
52 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

787 Meadowridge Dr, Aurora, IL 60504

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Still Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Waubonsie Valley High School (rated 8.5/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Fry Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Naperville), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Arlene Welch Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Naperville), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Aurora, see our Aurora schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Prairie Children Preschool Aurora 0.2 mi 5.6
COSMIC MONTESSORI COMMUNITY Aurora 0.8 mi
White Eagle Elementary Naperville 1.1 mi 7.5
Georgetown Elementary School Aurora 1.0 mi 5.2
McCarty Elementary School Aurora 1.0 mi 5.2
THE GODDARD SCHOOL Naperville 1.3 mi
ALL ABOUT KIDS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Aurora 1.6 mi
ICN NOOR ACADEMY Naperville 1.4 mi 5.8
ICN NOOR ACADEMY Naperville 1.4 mi 6.2
ICN NOOR ACADEMY Naperville 1.4 mi 4.5
Fischer Middle School Aurora 1.3 mi 6.2
NAPERVILLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Naperville 1.6 mi
Peter M Gombert Elementary Sch Aurora 1.6 mi 6.4
CASA DEI BAMBINI Aurora 2.0 mi 5.5
Waubonsie Valley High School Aurora 1.6 mi 8.5
Mary Lou Cowlishaw Elementary Naperville 1.6 mi 7.5
Reba O Steck Elementary School Aurora 1.8 mi 7.3
Arlene Welch Elementary School Naperville 2.1 mi 7.9
Fry Elementary School Naperville 2.5 mi 8.1
Homestead Elementary School Aurora 2.3 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60504 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$98,249

Median Home Value

$272,800

Median Rent

$1,861/mo

Population

38,861

College Educated

49.5%

Homeownership

61.4%

Avg Commute

31.7 min

Poverty Rate

8%

Median Age

34.1

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Barrington Mdle Sch- Prairie Cmps Barrington, IL 7.7
Cooper Middle School Buffalo Grove, IL 7.7
Troy Middle School Plainfield, IL 7.7
Carterville Intermediate Sch Carterville, IL 7.8
Central Intermediate Sch Washington, IL 7.8
Creekside Middle School Woodstock, IL 7.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Still Middle School

What grades does Still Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Still Middle School?

Still Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 678 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Still 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 Still Middle School rank in IL?

Still Middle School ranks #771 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Still Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Still Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Still Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Still Middle School has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Still Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Still Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

22.6% of students at Still 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
24 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
14 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
678
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers (FTE)
52
Free/Reduced Lunch
22.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
DuPage County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.8%

District

Indian Prairie CUSD 204
District Enrollment
25,950
Schools in District
34
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,127
District Rank
#22 of 32

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