Serving 374 students in grades 5-8, Germantown Hills Middle School ranks in the top 5% 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 57% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (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 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 374 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Germantown Hills 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
School Overview
Germantown Hills Middle School's student population of 374 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
374 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
In striving for continuous improvement, our district seeks to provide an open and transparent reporting of academic performance, financial information, and other data important to our stakeholders.
School Rankings
Germantown Hills Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Germantown Hills Middle School is 0.22, 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
#151 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
6%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
88%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Germantown Hills Middle School's ranking?
Germantown Hills Middle School is ranked #151 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Germantown Hills Middle School often compared to?
Germantown Hills Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Metamora Grade School, Germantown Hills Elementary School, Eureka Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Germantown Hills Middle School?
374 students attend Germantown Hills Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Germantown Hills Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Germantown Hills Middle School?
Germantown Hills Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Germantown Hills Middle School offer ?
Germantown Hills Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Germantown Hills Middle School part of?
Germantown Hills Middle School is part of Germantown Hills SD 69 School District.
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