Shiloh Park Middle School serves 401 students in grades 6-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
Grades: 6-8
Enrollment: 401 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
Minority Enrollment: 97%
Reading Proficiency
: 6% (Btm 50% in IL)
Science Proficiency
: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
The diversity score of Shiloh Park Middle School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
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Quick Stats (2024-25)
Grades: 6-8
Enrollment: 401 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
Minority Enrollment: 97%
Reading Proficiency
: 6% (Btm 50%)
Science Proficiency
: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
