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Edgewood Middle School

2031 Sheridan Rd
Highland Park, IL 60035
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 20%
Serving 659 students in grades 6-8, Edgewood Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 659 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 20%
  • : Top 20% in IL
  • : 49% (Top 20%)
  • : 47% (Top 20%)
  • : 81% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Edgewood Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:

School Overview

Edgewood Middle School's student population of 659 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
659 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Year Founded
1929
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 5, 2026
School Mascot
Eagles

School Rankings

Edgewood Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edgewood Middle School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (IL)
#455 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
49%
27%
47%
30%
81%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
8%
28%
Black
3%
17%
White
80%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.35
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
3%
27%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Eagles
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Edgewood Middle School's ranking?
Edgewood Middle School is ranked #455 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Edgewood Middle School often compared to?
Edgewood Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwood Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Edgewood Middle School?
659 students attend Edgewood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Edgewood Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edgewood Middle School?
Edgewood Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Edgewood Middle School offer ?
Edgewood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Edgewood Middle School part of?
Edgewood Middle School is part of North Shore SD 112 School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 659 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 20%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 49% (Top 20%)
  • : 47% (Top 20%)
  • : 81% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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