Serving 1,128 students in grades 6-8, Plum Grove Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,128 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Plum Grove Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Plum Grove Middle School's student population of 1,128 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 51% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,128 students
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
School Rankings
Plum Grove 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 Plum Grove Middle School is 0.64, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#365 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
35%
6%
Hispanic
9%
29%
Black
3%
16%
White
48%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Plum Grove Middle School's ranking?
Plum Grove Middle School is ranked #365 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Plum Grove Middle School often compared to?
Plum Grove Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carl Sandburg Middle School, Walter R Sundling Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Plum Grove Middle School?
1,128 students attend Plum Grove Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Plum Grove Middle School students are White, 35% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Plum Grove Middle School?
Plum Grove Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Plum Grove Middle School offer ?
Plum Grove Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Plum Grove Middle School part of?
Plum Grove Middle School is part of Palatine CCSD 15 School District.
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