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#416 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 11% in state

Westmont JR High School

Middle School · CUSD 201

944 Oakwood Dr, Westmont, IL 60559

Enrollment

297

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

8.3

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#416 of 3,813

In Westmont

#3 of 6

public schools

In district

#2 of 5

CUSD 201

School environment

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Westmont JR High School

8.3/10

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

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About Westmont JR High School

Westmont JR High School is a public middle school in Westmont, IL, part of CUSD 201. Westmont JR High School serves approximately 297 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Westmont JR High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #416 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Westmont JR High School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.2 pts above IL schools
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • IL avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.3Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.44 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.3Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency39% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency36% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)30% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+5.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile74th
Resources & Environment9.8Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$30,480
Chronic Absenteeism21.5%

Westmont JR High School — Students at Westmont JR High School score 36% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

42.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 55.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 57.9% (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
88%
ELA
83%
2010
Math
91%
ELA
85%
2011
Math
88%
ELA
88%
2012
Math
66%
ELA
61%
2013
Math
66%
ELA
63%
2014
Math
41%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
40%
ELA
53%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
50%
2017
Math
45%
ELA
56%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
53%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
53%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2022
ELA
39%

* 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: 7.3/10.

How Westmont JR High School Compares

See how Westmont JR High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.3/10
89th percentile in IL
Academic
8.3/10
Excellent
Growth
7.3/10
Very Good
Environment
9.8/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
42%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.5%

Location

944 Oakwood Dr, Westmont, IL 60559

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Westmont JR High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Prospect Elem School (rated 9.8/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Clarendon Hills), which scores notably higher. Another option is Westmont High School (rated 9.7/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Brook Forest Elem School (rated 9.7/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Oak Brook), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Westmont, see our Westmont schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
CREME DE LA CREME - WESTMONT Westmont 0.2 mi
Westmont High School Westmont 0.2 mi 9.7
Clarendon Hills Middle School Clarendon Hills 1.2 mi 9.3
C E Miller Elem School Westmont 1.2 mi 8.0
Prospect Elem School Clarendon Hills 1.3 mi 9.8
Oak Brook Park District Oak Brook 1.3 mi
J T Manning Elem School Westmont 1.4 mi 7.6
NOTRE DAME SCHOOL Clarendon Hills 1.4 mi 6.1
Brook Forest Elem School Oak Brook 1.6 mi 9.7
Walker School Clarendon Hills 1.8 mi 9.7
South School Westmont 1.9 mi 7.0
Monroe Elem School Hinsdale 1.7 mi 9.5
Lester Elem School Downers Grove 1.8 mi 7.7
THE GARDNER SCHOOL OF OAKBROOK TERRACE Oakbrook Terrace 2.3 mi
FUSION ACADEMY OB: CHICAGO- OAK BROOK Oak Brook 2.1 mi
Stella May Swartz Elem School Oakbrook Terrace 2.4 mi 7.9
SETON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Clarendon Hills 2.4 mi 7.4
Madison Elem School Hinsdale 2.2 mi 9.6
Maercker Elem School Westmont 2.6 mi 8.3
Holmes Elem School Clarendon Hills 2.6 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60559 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$87,474

Median Home Value

$356,400

Median Rent

$1,491/mo

Population

24,404

College Educated

49%

Homeownership

59.2%

Avg Commute

25.6 min

Poverty Rate

10.9%

Median Age

42.1

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Deer Path Middle Sch East Lake Forest, IL 8.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Westmont JR High School

What grades does Westmont JR High School serve?

Westmont JR High School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Westmont JR High School?

Westmont JR High School has an enrollment of approximately 297 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Westmont JR High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Westmont JR High School is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Westmont JR High School rank in IL?

Westmont JR High School ranks #416 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Westmont JR High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Westmont JR High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Westmont JR High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Westmont JR High School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Westmont JR High School a charter school?

No, Westmont JR High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Westmont JR High School a Title I school?

No, Westmont JR High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Westmont JR High School?

42.4% of students at Westmont JR 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
36 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
17 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
297
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
42.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
DuPage County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.5%

District

CUSD 201
District Enrollment
1,333
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$30,480
District Rank
#2 of 5

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