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#105 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 3% in state

Twin Groves Middle School

Middle School · Kildeer Countryside CCSD 96

2600 N Buffalo Grove Rd, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089

Enrollment

594

Student-Teacher

14.1:1

Score

9.2

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#105 of 3,813

In Buffalo Grove

#3 of 12

public schools

In district

#2 of 7

Kildeer Countryside CCSD 96

Academic performance

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Twin Groves Middle School

9.2/10

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

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About Twin Groves Middle School

Twin Groves Middle School is a public middle school in Buffalo Grove, IL, part of Kildeer Countryside CCSD 96. Twin Groves Middle School serves approximately 594 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Twin Groves Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #105 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Twin Groves Middle School show 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.3 pts above district
  • This school 9.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.8
  • IL avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.9Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.81 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.7Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency62% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency67% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency65% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+15.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile95th
Resources & Environment8.9Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,281
Chronic Absenteeism15.5%

Twin Groves Middle School — Students at Twin Groves Middle 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 79.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 81.6% (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
98%
ELA
97%
2010
Math
99.5%
ELA
98%
2011
Math
98%
ELA
99.5%
2012
Math
91%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
91%
ELA
85%
2014
Math
70%
ELA
81%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
76%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
76%
2017
Math
71%
ELA
80%
2018
Math
73%
ELA
85%
2019
Math
73%
ELA
85%
2020*
Math
62%
ELA
63%
2021*
Math
62%
ELA
63%
2022
ELA
67%

* 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: 8.9/10.

How Twin Groves Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
9.2/10
97th percentile in IL
Academic
9.7/10
Excellent
Growth
8.9/10
Excellent
Environment
8.9/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
42 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.5%

Location

2600 N Buffalo Grove Rd, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Twin Groves Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Aptakisic Junior High School (rated 9.1/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Woodlawn Middle School (rated 8.5/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Long Grove), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Hawthorn Middle School South (rated 8.4/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Vernon Hills), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Buffalo Grove, see our Buffalo Grove schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
YACHAD KIDS ACADEMY Buffalo Grove 1.0 mi 7.6
Meridian School Buffalo Grove 0.8 mi 8.9
Prairie Elementary School Buffalo Grove 1.2 mi 9.1
MONTESSORI WORLD OF DISCOVERY Buffalo Grove 1.5 mi
Adlai E Stevenson High School Lincolnshire 1.3 mi 9.5
Willow Grove Early Learning Ctr Buffalo Grove 2.0 mi 8.1
Ivy Hall Elementary School Buffalo Grove 2.0 mi 9.2
Aptakisic Junior High School Buffalo Grove 1.9 mi 9.1
Tripp School Buffalo Grove 2.1 mi 8.9
Kildeer Countryside Elem School Long Grove 1.9 mi 8.7
Half Day School Lincolnshire 1.9 mi 9.3
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF LONG GROVE Long Grove 2.1 mi 6.0
Hawthorn Elem School South Vernon Hills 2.6 mi 8.7
Vernon Hills High School Vernon Hills 2.4 mi 9.7
Hawthorn Aspen Elem School Vernon Hills 2.7 mi 7.3
Hawthorn Middle School South Vernon Hills 2.9 mi 8.4
Hawthorn Sch for Young Learners Vernon Hills 2.9 mi 7.6
ST MARY SCHOOL Buffalo Grove 2.9 mi 6.6
THE GODDARD SCHOOL VERNON HILLS Vernon Hills 3.0 mi
Woodlawn Middle School Long Grove 2.5 mi 8.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60089 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$129,932

Median Home Value

$393,000

Median Rent

$2,042/mo

Population

42,781

College Educated

66.7%

Homeownership

81.5%

Avg Commute

27.5 min

Poverty Rate

6.5%

Median Age

42.1

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Highcrest Middle School Wilmette, IL 9.2
Hinsdale Middle School Hinsdale, IL 9.2
Park Junior High School La Grange Park, IL 9.1
Central School Glencoe, IL 9.3
Clarendon Hills Middle School Clarendon Hills, IL 9.3
The Skokie School Winnetka, IL 9.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Twin Groves Middle School

What grades does Twin Groves Middle School serve?

Twin Groves Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Twin Groves Middle School?

Twin Groves Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 594 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Twin Groves Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Twin Groves Middle School is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Twin Groves Middle School rank in IL?

Twin Groves Middle School ranks #105 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Twin Groves Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Twin Groves Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 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 Twin Groves Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Twin Groves Middle School has 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Twin Groves Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Twin Groves Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
56 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
56 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
594
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Lake County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.5%

District

Kildeer Countryside CCSD 96
District Enrollment
3,496
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,281
District Rank
#2 of 7

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