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Timber Ridge Middle School
Middle School · Plainfield SD 202
2101 S Bronk Rd, Plainfield, IL 60586
Enrollment
848
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
5.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
848
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
5.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,702 of 3,813
In Plainfield
#25 of 29
public schools
In district
#23 of 30
Plainfield SD 202
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Timber Ridge Middle School
Middle School in Plainfield · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Timber Ridge Middle School
Timber Ridge Middle School is a public middle school in Plainfield, IL, part of Plainfield SD 202. Timber Ridge Middle School serves approximately 848 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Timber Ridge Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,702 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Timber Ridge Middle School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- IL avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Timber Ridge Middle School — Students at Timber Ridge Middle School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
40%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 5.2/10.
How Timber Ridge Middle School Compares
See how Timber Ridge Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2101 S Bronk Rd, Plainfield, IL 60586
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Timber Ridge Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Troy Middle School (rated 7.7/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Orenic Intermediate School (rated 7.1/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Indian Trail Middle School (rated 6.0/10, 3.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Plainfield, see our Plainfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| River View Elementary School Plainfield | 0.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Wesmere Elementary School Plainfield | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Troy Cronin Elem School Shorewood | 1.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Grand Prairie Elem School Joliet | 1.4 mi | 3.5 |
| TRINITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Shorewood | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Troy Hofer Elem Sch Shorewood | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Troy Middle School Plainfield | 1.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Orenic Intermediate School Plainfield | 1.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Central Elem School Plainfield | 2.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Bonnie McBeth Learning Ctr Plainfield | 2.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Troy Craughwell School Joliet | 2.2 mi | 7.8 |
| ST MARY IMMACULATE PARISH SCHOOL Plainfield | 2.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Crystal Lawns Elem School Joliet | 2.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Drauden Point Middle School Plainfield | 2.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Ridge Elementary School Plainfield | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Troy Shorewood School Shorewood | 3.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Plainfield High School Plainfield | 3.0 mi | 5.9 |
| TLC LEARNING CENTER Crest Hill | 2.6 mi | — |
| Wallin Oaks Elementary School Plainfield | 3.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Indian Trail Middle School Plainfield | 3.7 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60586 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$122,963
Median Home Value
$298,000
Median Rent
$2,159/mo
Population
48,006
College Educated
35.6%
Homeownership
92.6%
Avg Commute
33.7 min
Poverty Rate
5.8%
Median Age
34.1
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| Aux Sable Middle Sch Joliet, IL | 5.3 |
| Kaneland Harter Middle School Sugar Grove, IL | 5.3 |
| Mt Zion Intermediate School Mount Zion, IL | 5.3 |
| Plank Junior High Oswego, IL | 5.3 |
| Colin Powell Middle Sch Matteson, IL | 5.2 |
| Coolidge Middle School Phoenix, IL | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Timber Ridge Middle School
What grades does Timber Ridge Middle School serve?
Timber Ridge Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Timber Ridge Middle School?
Timber Ridge Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 848 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Timber Ridge Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Timber Ridge Middle School is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Timber Ridge Middle School rank in IL?
Timber Ridge Middle School ranks #2,702 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Timber Ridge Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Timber Ridge Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Timber Ridge Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Timber Ridge Middle School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Timber Ridge Middle School a charter school?
No, Timber Ridge Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Timber Ridge Middle School a Title I school?
No, Timber Ridge Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Timber Ridge Middle School?
40.0% of students at Timber Ridge 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 848
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 57
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 40.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Will County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.8%
- Phone
- (815) 439-3410
Resources & Links
District
Plainfield SD 202- District Enrollment
- 24,683
- Schools in District
- 31
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,896
- District Rank
- #23 of 30
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