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#403 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 11% in state

Westview Hills Middle School

Middle School · Maercker SD 60

630 65th St, Willowbrook, IL 60527

Enrollment

457

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

8.3

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#403 of 3,813

In Willowbrook

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#2 of 3

Maercker SD 60

Academic performance

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Westview Hills Middle School

8.3/10

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

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About Westview Hills Middle School

Westview Hills Middle School is a public middle school in Willowbrook, IL, part of Maercker SD 60. Westview Hills Middle School serves approximately 457 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Westview Hills Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #403 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Westview Hills Middle School show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 61% 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 Progress7.9Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.98 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.1Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency40% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency44% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)29% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+14.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile87th
Resources & Environment8.0Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,737
Chronic Absenteeism19.3%

Westview Hills Middle School — Students at Westview Hills Middle School score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

44.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 65.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 60.5% (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
89%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
91%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
88%
2012
Math
74%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
81%
ELA
69%
2014
Math
53%
ELA
53%
2015
Math
53%
ELA
43%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
51%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
46%
2018
Math
55%
ELA
53%
2019
Math
55%
ELA
53%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
50%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
50%
2022
ELA
40%

* 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: 7.9/10.

How Westview Hills Middle School Compares

See how Westview Hills Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.3/10
90th percentile in IL
Academic
9.1/10
Excellent
Growth
7.9/10
Very Good
Environment
8.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
44%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.3%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

630 65th St, Willowbrook, IL 60527

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Westview Hills Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Eisenhower Jr High School (rated 6.7/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Darien), a more accessible option. Additionally, O Neill Middle School (rated 5.7/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Downers Grove), a more accessible option. For more schools in Willowbrook, see our Willowbrook schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Mark DeLay School Darien 0.5 mi 8.0
Maercker Elem School Westmont 0.7 mi 8.3
SETON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Clarendon Hills 1.1 mi 7.4
Lace Elem School Darien 1.3 mi 7.3
Eisenhower Jr High School Darien 1.3 mi 6.7
South School Westmont 1.5 mi 7.0
Holmes Elem School Clarendon Hills 1.4 mi 7.6
GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN ACADEMY Downers Grove 1.3 mi 6.1
Hinsdale South High School Darien 1.6 mi 8.7
KINGSWOOD ACADEMY Darien 1.5 mi 7.4
Fairmount Elem School Downers Grove 1.5 mi 7.1
Gower West Elem School Willowbrook 1.8 mi 9.5
Walker School Clarendon Hills 1.8 mi 9.7
El Sierra Elem School Downers Grove 1.5 mi 5.9
J T Manning Elem School Westmont 2.0 mi 7.6
O Neill Middle School Downers Grove 1.6 mi 5.7
Concord Elem School Darien 2.0 mi 8.8
MARQUETTE MANOR BAPTIST ACADEMY Downers Grove 1.8 mi 6.7
KINDI ACADEMY Darien 2.1 mi 7.7
Elizabeth Ide Elem School Darien 2.0 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60527 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$110,482

Median Home Value

$488,300

Median Rent

$1,553/mo

Population

29,024

College Educated

58.1%

Homeownership

77.9%

Avg Commute

28.4 min

Poverty Rate

10.1%

Median Age

48.6

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John J Lukancic Middle Sch Romeoville, IL 8.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Westview Hills Middle School

What grades does Westview Hills Middle School serve?

Westview Hills Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Westview Hills Middle School?

Westview Hills Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 457 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Westview Hills Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Westview Hills Middle School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Westview Hills Middle School rank in IL?

Westview Hills Middle School ranks #403 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Westview Hills Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Westview Hills Middle 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 Westview Hills Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Westview Hills Middle School has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Westview Hills Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Westview Hills Middle School a Title I school?

No, Westview Hills Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Westview Hills Middle School?

44.4% of students at Westview Hills 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
73 Very Walkable
Transit Score
19 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
457
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
44.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
DuPage County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.3%

District

Maercker SD 60
District Enrollment
1,417
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,737
District Rank
#2 of 3

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