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#705 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 19% in state

Summit Hill Junior High School

Middle School · Summit Hill SD 161

7260 W North Ave, Frankfort, IL 60423

Enrollment

606

Student-Teacher

11.4:1

Score

7.8

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#705 of 3,813

In Frankfort

#6 of 9

public schools

In district

#3 of 6

Summit Hill SD 161

School environment

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Summit Hill Junior High School

7.8/10

Middle School in Frankfort · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Summit Hill Junior High School

Summit Hill Junior High School is a public middle school in Frankfort, IL, part of Summit Hill SD 161. Summit Hill Junior High School serves approximately 606 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Summit Hill Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #705 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Summit Hill Junior High School show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 7.8 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.3
  • IL avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.1Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.11 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.5Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency41% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency44% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+3.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile77th
Resources & Environment9.4Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,549
Chronic Absenteeism12.7%

Summit Hill Junior High School — Students at Summit Hill Junior High School score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

18.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 53.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 59.0% (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
92%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
94%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
95%
ELA
91%
2012
Math
69%
ELA
69%
2013
Math
71%
ELA
73%
2014
Math
35%
ELA
46%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
43%
2016
Math
30%
ELA
40%
2017
Math
31%
ELA
46%
2018
Math
35%
ELA
50%
2019
Math
35%
ELA
50%
2020*
Math
41%
ELA
44%
2021*
Math
41%
ELA
44%
2022
ELA
47%

* 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: 6.1/10.

How Summit Hill Junior High School Compares

See how Summit Hill Junior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.8/10
82th percentile in IL
Academic
8.5/10
Excellent
Growth
6.1/10
Average
Environment
9.4/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
19%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
53 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.7%

Location

7260 W North Ave, Frankfort, IL 60423

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Summit Hill Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Walker Intermediate School (rated 6.7/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Tinley Park), a more accessible option. Another option is Central Middle School (rated 6.2/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Tinley Park), a more accessible option. Additionally, Colin Powell Middle Sch (rated 5.2/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Matteson), a more accessible option. For more schools in Frankfort, see our Frankfort schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Indian Trail Elem School Frankfort 0.7 mi 8.5
Frankfort Square Elem School Frankfort 1.0 mi 8.0
Marya Yates Elementary School Matteson 1.5 mi 5.5
Walker Intermediate School Tinley Park 1.7 mi 6.7
Chelsea Elem School Frankfort 2.1 mi 8.3
BOBBIE NOONANS CHILD CARE Frankfort 1.9 mi
Dr Julian Rogus School Frankfort 2.1 mi 7.1
Sieden Prairie Elementary School Matteson 2.2 mi 4.0
Woodgate Elem School Matteson 2.3 mi 6.2
Central Middle School Tinley Park 3.3 mi 6.2
Memorial Elem School Tinley Park 3.6 mi 7.4
Colin Powell Middle Sch Matteson 2.8 mi 5.2
LT JOSEPH P KENNEDY JR SCHOOL Tinley Park 3.4 mi 7.9
Arbury Hills Elem School Mokena 3.1 mi 7.6
TRIPLE R CHILD CARE Mokena 3.1 mi
ST GEORGE SCHOOL Tinley Park 4.0 mi 7.1
CARRA ACADEMY Matteson 3.2 mi 7.2
Millennium Elem School Tinley Park 4.0 mi 8.3
Lincoln-Way East High School Frankfort 3.3 mi 8.0
Tinley Park High School Tinley Park 4.2 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60423 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$137,651

Median Home Value

$376,500

Median Rent

$1,455/mo

Population

32,813

College Educated

48.3%

Homeownership

93.6%

Avg Commute

32.2 min

Poverty Rate

5.2%

Median Age

42.4

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Creekside Middle School Woodstock, IL 7.8
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Germantown Hills Middle School Germantown Hills, IL 7.8
Plum Grove Jr High School Rolling Meadows, IL 7.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Summit Hill Junior High School

What grades does Summit Hill Junior High School serve?

Summit Hill Junior High School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Summit Hill Junior High School?

Summit Hill Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 606 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Summit Hill Junior High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Summit Hill Junior High School is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Summit Hill Junior High School rank in IL?

Summit Hill Junior High School ranks #705 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Summit Hill Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Summit Hill Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Summit Hill Junior High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Summit Hill Junior High School has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Summit Hill Junior High School a charter school?

No, Summit Hill Junior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Summit Hill Junior High School a Title I school?

No, Summit Hill Junior High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Summit Hill Junior High School?

18.8% of students at Summit Hill Junior High 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
18 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
606
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
53
Free/Reduced Lunch
18.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Will County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.7%

District

Summit Hill SD 161
District Enrollment
2,398
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,549
District Rank
#3 of 6

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