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Winston Campus JR High
Middle School · Palatine CCSD 15
120 N Babcock Dr, Palatine, IL 60074
Enrollment
590
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
5.2
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
590
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
5.2
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,764 of 3,813
In Palatine
#13 of 14
public schools
In district
#18 of 19
Palatine CCSD 15
School environment
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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Winston Campus JR High
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About Winston Campus JR High
Winston Campus JR High is a public middle school in Palatine, IL, part of Palatine CCSD 15. Winston Campus JR High serves approximately 590 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Winston Campus JR High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,764 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Winston Campus JR High show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- IL avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Winston Campus JR High sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
33% of students at Winston Campus JR High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Winston Campus JR High — Students at Winston Campus JR High score 17% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 16%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.7%
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: 2.8/10.
How Winston Campus JR High Compares
See how Winston Campus JR High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
120 N Babcock Dr, Palatine, IL 60074
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Winston Campus JR High may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Plum Grove Jr High School (rated 7.8/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Rolling Meadows), which scores notably higher. Another option is Walter R Sundling Jr High Sch (rated 7.0/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Carl Sandburg Jr High School (rated 6.0/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Rolling Meadows), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Palatine, see our Palatine schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Winston Campus Elementary Palatine | 0.1 mi | 7.5 |
| SOUTH CAMPUS Palatine | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Jane Addams Elem School Palatine | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| LEARNING LOFT INC. Palatine | 0.8 mi | — |
| Gray M Sanborn Elem School Palatine | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Virginia Lake Elem School Palatine | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Lake Louise Elem School Palatine | 0.9 mi | 3.7 |
| Palatine High School Palatine | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| QUEST ACADEMY Palatine | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Palatine | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Palatine | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Greenbrier Elem School Arlington Heights | 1.3 mi | 8.7 |
| Patton Elem School Arlington Heights | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Stuart R Paddock School Palatine | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Walter R Sundling Jr High Sch Palatine | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Kimball Hill Elem School Rolling Meadows | 2.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Pleasant Hill Elem School Palatine | 2.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Plum Grove Jr High School Rolling Meadows | 2.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Carl Sandburg Jr High School Rolling Meadows | 2.6 mi | 6.0 |
| BRIGHT HORIZONS Arlington Heights | 2.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60074 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,911
Median Home Value
$307,800
Median Rent
$1,429/mo
Population
36,296
College Educated
42%
Homeownership
60.9%
Avg Commute
26.6 min
Poverty Rate
11.7%
Median Age
36.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Colin Powell Middle Sch Matteson, IL | 5.2 |
| Coolidge Middle School Phoenix, IL | 5.2 |
| Gompers Junior High School Joliet, IL | 5.2 |
| Hampshire Middle School Hampshire, IL | 5.2 |
| Prairie-Hills Junior High School Markham, IL | 5.2 |
| Round Lake Middle School Round Lake Heights, IL | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Winston Campus JR High
What grades does Winston Campus JR High serve?
Winston Campus JR High serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Winston Campus JR High?
Winston Campus JR High has an enrollment of approximately 590 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Winston Campus JR High?
The student-teacher ratio at Winston Campus JR High is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Winston Campus JR High rank in IL?
Winston Campus JR High ranks #2,764 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Winston Campus JR High's MySchoolScout rating?
Winston Campus JR High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Winston Campus JR High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Winston Campus JR High has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Winston Campus JR High a charter school?
No, Winston Campus JR High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Winston Campus JR High a Title I school?
No, Winston Campus JR High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Winston Campus JR High?
71.7% of students at Winston Campus JR High 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 590
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 60
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.9%
- Phone
- (847) 963-7400
Resources & Links
District
Palatine CCSD 15- District Enrollment
- 11,184
- Schools in District
- 20
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,671
- District Rank
- #18 of 19
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