Serving 455 students in grades 6-8, Westview Hills 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 46% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 455 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westview Hills Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Westview Hills Middle School's student population of 455 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
455 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Westview Hills 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 Westview Hills Middle School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#698 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Asian
21%
6%
Hispanic
23%
29%
Black
7%
16%
White
43%
45%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westview Hills Middle School's ranking?
Westview Hills Middle School is ranked #698 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Westview Hills Middle School?
455 students attend Westview Hills Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Westview Hills Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westview Hills Middle School?
Westview Hills Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Westview Hills Middle School offer ?
Westview Hills Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Westview Hills Middle School part of?
Westview Hills Middle School is part of Maercker SD 60 School District.
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