Serving 861 students in grades 6-8, Fischer Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (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 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 861 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fischer Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Fischer Middle School's student population of 861 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
861 students
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
School Rankings
Fischer Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fischer Middle School is 0.75, 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
#1486 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
6%
Hispanic
33%
29%
Black
13%
16%
White
32%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Indian Prairie CUSD 204 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fischer Middle School's ranking?
Fischer Middle School is ranked #1486 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Fischer Middle School often compared to?
Fischer Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Herget Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Fischer Middle School?
861 students attend Fischer Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Fischer Middle School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fischer Middle School?
Fischer Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fischer Middle School offer ?
Fischer Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Fischer Middle School part of?
Fischer Middle School is part of Indian Prairie CUSD 204 School District.
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