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#311 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 8% in state

Woodlawn Middle School

Middle School · Kildeer Countryside CCSD 96

6362 Gilmer Rd, Long Grove, IL 60047

Enrollment

662

Student-Teacher

16.1:1

Score

8.5

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#311 of 3,813

In Long Grove

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#6 of 7

Kildeer Countryside CCSD 96

Academic performance

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Woodlawn Middle School

8.5/10

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

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8.9/10

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About Woodlawn Middle School

Woodlawn Middle School is a public middle school in Long Grove, IL, part of Kildeer Countryside CCSD 96. Woodlawn Middle School serves approximately 662 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodlawn Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #311 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Woodlawn Middle School show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.3 pts below district
  • This school 8.5 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.8
  • IL avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.6Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.21 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.3Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency59% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency56% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency58% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+8.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile89th
Resources & Environment7.1Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,281
Chronic Absenteeism18.9%

Woodlawn Middle School — Students at Woodlawn Middle School score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 76.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 78.5% (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
96%
ELA
97%
2010
Math
98%
ELA
97%
2011
Math
97%
ELA
96%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
88%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
68%
ELA
79%
2015
Math
64%
ELA
74%
2016
Math
69%
ELA
76%
2017
Math
71%
ELA
78%
2018
Math
69%
ELA
78%
2019
Math
69%
ELA
78%
2020*
Math
59%
ELA
58%
2021*
Math
59%
ELA
58%
2022
ELA
56%

* 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: 8.6/10.

How Woodlawn Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.5/10
92th percentile in IL
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
8.6/10
Excellent
Environment
7.1/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.9%

Location

6362 Gilmer Rd, Long Grove, IL 60047

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Woodlawn Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Twin Groves Middle School (rated 9.2/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Buffalo Grove), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Hawthorn Middle School North (rated 8.6/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Vernon Hills), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Hawthorn Middle School South (rated 8.4/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Vernon Hills), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Long Grove, see our Long Grove schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Country Meadows Elem School Long Grove 0.1 mi 8.9
Diamond Lake School Mundelein 1.5 mi 7.7
West Oak Intermediate School Mundelein 1.9 mi 5.4
West Oak Middle School Mundelein 1.9 mi 5.4
Kildeer Countryside Elem School Long Grove 2.6 mi 8.7
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF LONG GROVE Long Grove 2.8 mi 6.0
Hawthorn Aspen Elem School Vernon Hills 2.3 mi 7.3
Hawthorn Elem School South Vernon Hills 2.3 mi 8.7
THE GODDARD SCHOOL VERNON HILLS Vernon Hills 2.4 mi
Washington Elem School Mundelein 3.0 mi 6.5
Hawthorn Middle School South Vernon Hills 2.4 mi 8.4
Twin Groves Middle School Buffalo Grove 2.5 mi 9.2
Hawthorn Elem School North Vernon Hills 2.6 mi 8.8
Hawthorn Townline Elem Sch Vernon Hills 2.6 mi 8.3
Hawthorn Sch of Dual Language Vernon Hills 2.6 mi 7.4
Hawthorn Sch for Young Learners Vernon Hills 2.6 mi 7.6
Hawthorn Middle School North Vernon Hills 2.7 mi 8.6
MONTESSORI WORLD OF DISCOVERY Buffalo Grove 3.1 mi
YACHAD KIDS ACADEMY Buffalo Grove 3.0 mi 7.6
LIBERTYVILLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Mundelein 3.2 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60047 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$173,043

Median Home Value

$510,000

Median Rent

$1,817/mo

Population

44,100

College Educated

67.1%

Homeownership

89.2%

Avg Commute

31.3 min

Poverty Rate

2.3%

Median Age

42.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Franklin Middle School Wheaton, IL 8.5
Jefferson Jr High School Naperville, IL 8.5
Chippewa Middle School Des Plaines, IL 8.4
Coal City Middle School Coal City, IL 8.6
Hawthorn Middle School North Vernon Hills, IL 8.6
Hawthorn Middle School South Vernon Hills, IL 8.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Woodlawn Middle School

What grades does Woodlawn Middle School serve?

Woodlawn Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Woodlawn Middle School?

Woodlawn Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 662 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodlawn Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Woodlawn Middle School is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Woodlawn Middle School rank in IL?

Woodlawn Middle School ranks #311 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Woodlawn Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Woodlawn Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Woodlawn Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodlawn Middle School has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Woodlawn Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Woodlawn Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
662
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Lake County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.9%

District

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

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