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#87 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 2% in state

The Skokie School

Middle School · Winnetka SD 36

520 Glendale Ave, Winnetka, IL 60093

Enrollment

373

Student-Teacher

8.9:1

Score

9.3

Grades

5th – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#87 of 3,813

In Winnetka

#4 of 6

public schools

In district

#3 of 5

Winnetka SD 36

School environment

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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The Skokie School

9.3/10

Middle School in Winnetka · grades 5th – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About The Skokie School

The Skokie School is a public middle school in Winnetka, IL, part of Winnetka SD 36. The Skokie School serves approximately 373 students, and covers grades 5th-6th, and has a 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio. The Skokie School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 out of 10 and ranks #87 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for The Skokie School show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 9.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 9.4
  • IL avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 8.9:1 students to teachers, The Skokie School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.4Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.38 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.7Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency60% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency69% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency65% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+15.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile95th
Resources & Environment10.0Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$30,925
Chronic Absenteeism9.4%

The Skokie School — Students at The Skokie School score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 73.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 77.0% (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
96%
ELA
96%
2010
Math
97%
ELA
95%
2011
Math
98%
ELA
97%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
92%
ELA
91%
2014
Math
58%
ELA
68%
2015
Math
58%
ELA
66%
2016
Math
58%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
63%
ELA
75%
2018
Math
64%
ELA
74%
2019
Math
64%
ELA
74%
2020*
Math
60%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
60%
ELA
57%
2022
ELA
69%

* 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: 8.4/10.

How The Skokie School Compares

See how The Skokie School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.3/10
98th percentile in IL
Academic
9.7/10
Excellent
Growth
8.4/10
Excellent
Environment
10.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
42 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.4%

Location

520 Glendale Ave, Winnetka, IL 60093

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering The Skokie School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Carleton W Washburne School (rated 9.6/10, 0.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Marie Murphy School (rated 9.5/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Wilmette), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Central School (rated 9.3/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Glencoe), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Winnetka, see our Winnetka schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Carleton W Washburne School Winnetka 0.2 mi 9.6
Crow Island Elem School Winnetka 0.3 mi 9.2
Hubbard Woods Elem School Winnetka 0.6 mi 9.1
SACRED HEART SCHOOL Winnetka 0.8 mi 6.8
THE SCHOOL OF SAINTS FAITH, HOPE & CHARITY Winnetka 1.0 mi 6.8
NORTH SHORE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Winnetka 1.0 mi 7.3
South Elem School Glencoe 1.3 mi 8.2
Marie Murphy School Wilmette 1.5 mi 9.5
New Trier Township H S Northfield Northfield 1.4 mi 6.8
Harper Elem School Wilmette 1.6 mi 8.8
Greeley Elem School Winnetka 1.4 mi 9.8
Central School Glencoe 1.9 mi 9.3
New Trier Township H S Winnetka Winnetka 1.6 mi 9.6
HYDE PARK DAY SCHOOL NORTHFIELD Northfield 1.6 mi 7.0
Wilmette Junior High School Wilmette 2.1 mi 9.0
RONALD KNOX MONTESSORI SCHOOL Wilmette 1.9 mi
Romona Elem School Wilmette 2.2 mi 9.4
The Joseph Sears School Kenilworth 1.8 mi 9.6
Middlefork Primary School Northfield 1.7 mi 9.5
Highcrest Middle School Wilmette 2.2 mi 9.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60093 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$230,777

Median Home Value

$1,073,700

Median Rent

$1,840/mo

Population

20,156

College Educated

81.8%

Homeownership

91%

Avg Commute

29.6 min

Poverty Rate

2.7%

Median Age

44.8

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Clarendon Hills Middle School Clarendon Hills, IL 9.3
Field School Northbrook, IL 9.3
Alan B Shepard Middle School Deerfield, IL 9.4
Charles J Caruso Middle School Deerfield, IL 9.4
McClure Jr High School Western Springs, IL 9.4
Marie Murphy School Wilmette, IL 9.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about The Skokie School

What grades does The Skokie School serve?

The Skokie School serves students in grades 5th through 6th.

How many students attend The Skokie School?

The Skokie School has an enrollment of approximately 373 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at The Skokie School?

The student-teacher ratio at The Skokie School is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does The Skokie School rank in IL?

The Skokie School ranks #87 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is The Skokie School's MySchoolScout rating?

The Skokie School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 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 The Skokie School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, The Skokie School has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is The Skokie School a charter school?

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

Is The Skokie School a Title I school?

No, The Skokie School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
53 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 6th
Enrollment
373
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.4%

District

Winnetka SD 36
District Enrollment
1,789
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$30,925
District Rank
#3 of 5

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