Very Good
#1056 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 28% in state
Wood Dale JR High School
Middle School · Wood Dale SD 7
6N655 Wood Dale Rd, Wood Dale, IL 60191
Enrollment
283
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
7.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
283
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
7.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Wood Dale
#2 of 4
public schools
Illinois middle schools
#185 of 684
In district
#2 of 4
Wood Dale SD 7
School environment
9.2 / 10
Exceptional
About Wood Dale JR High School
Wood Dale Jr High School serves 283 middle school students in grades 6-8 in Wood Dale, Illinois, offering a focused educational environment with a notably small student-teacher ratio of 10.1:1 across 28 full-time equivalent teachers. This DuPage County school earns a solid 7.0 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranks in the 76th percentile statewide at #906 out of 3819 Illinois schools. Academically, the school shows room for growth, with 33% of students achieving proficiency or above in English Language Arts and Reading across grade levels, earning an academic score of 6.9 out of 10.
The intimate class sizes provide opportunities for individualized attention as students navigate these crucial middle school years. Wood Dale Jr High School sits in a stable suburban community where families enjoy a median household income of $86,565 and median home values of $283,800. The surrounding ZIP code 60191 has a population of 14,193 residents, with 24% holding bachelor's degrees or higher and a low poverty rate of 4.7%.
Located on Wood Dale Road, the school serves this well-established large suburban area that provides a supportive environment for young adolescents during their formative middle school experience.
Score Breakdown
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Wood Dale JR High School — Students at Wood Dale JR High School score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
52.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 5 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 6.1/10.
How Wood Dale JR High School Compares
See how Wood Dale JR High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
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Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 26% (2019) to 17% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 42% (2019) to 33% (2022).
Location
6N655 Wood Dale Rd, Wood Dale, IL 60191
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wood Dale JR High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. F E Peacock Middle School (rated 7.8/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Itasca), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Grove Jr High School (rated 7.1/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Elk Grove Village), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Blackhawk Middle School (rated 6.8/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Bensenville), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Wood Dale, see our Wood Dale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Early Childhood Education Center Wood Dale | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| CHILDS VOICE Wood Dale | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| ONE SCHOOL GLOBAL CHICAGO CAMPUS Elk Grove Village | 1.3 mi | — |
| Westview Elem School Wood Dale | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Oakbrook Elem School Wood Dale | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| PIXIE & DIXIE DAY CARE CENTER INC Wood Dale | 1.7 mi | — |
| Clearmont Elem School Elk Grove Village | 1.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Fenton High School Bensenville | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| F E Peacock Middle School Itasca | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Raymond Benson Primary School Itasca | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| LUTHERAN SCHOOL OF ST LUKE Itasca | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| W A Johnson Sch Bensenville | 2.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Grove Jr High School Elk Grove Village | 2.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Salt Creek Elem School Elk Grove Village | 2.2 mi | 7.7 |
| QUEEN OF THE ROSARY SCHOOL Elk Grove Village | 2.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Blackhawk Middle School Bensenville | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Ridge Family Center for Learning Elk Grove Village | 2.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Adm Richard E Byrd Elem School Elk Grove Village | 2.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Lincoln Elem School Addison | 2.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Elk Grove High School Elk Grove Village | 2.6 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60191 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,299
Median Home Value
$307,600
Median Rent
$1,649/mo
Population
14,381
College Educated
25.1%
Homeownership
77%
Avg Commute
27.2 min
Poverty Rate
6%
Median Age
42
Community Profile
The community surrounding Wood Dale JR High School has a median household income of $90,299. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $307,600, with a median rent of $1,649/month. The local poverty rate of 6.0% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Brown County Middle School Mount Sterling, IL | 7.2 |
| Edison Junior High School Pekin, IL | 7.2 |
| Eldorado Middle School Eldorado, IL | 7.2 |
| Erie Middle School Erie, IL | 7.2 |
| Iroquois West Middle School Onarga, IL | 7.2 |
| LEARN Chtr - Middle School Chicago, IL | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wood Dale JR High School
What grades does Wood Dale JR High School serve?
Wood Dale JR High School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Wood Dale JR High School?
Wood Dale JR High School has an enrollment of approximately 283 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wood Dale JR High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Wood Dale JR High School is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wood Dale JR High School rank in IL?
Wood Dale JR High School is ranked #1056 out of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Wood Dale JR High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Wood Dale JR High School has a composite rating of 7.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Wood Dale JR High School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Wood Dale JR High School has 21.5% math proficiency and 37.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Wood Dale JR High School a charter school?
No, Wood Dale JR High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wood Dale JR High School a Title I school?
No, Wood Dale JR High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wood Dale JR High School?
52.3% of students at Wood Dale 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 283
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 52.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- DuPage County
- Phone
- (630) 766-6210
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Wood Dale SD 7- District Enrollment
- 912
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,021
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
Other Schools in This District
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