EDGEWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL

Edgewood Middle School is a public middle school that is part of the North Shore SD 112 school district, located in Highland Park, IL with about 526 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 44 teachers, Edgewood Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Edgewood Middle School, located in Highland Park, Illinois, serves as a prominent educational institution within North Shore School District 112. The school is known for fostering a supportive and inclusive environment that prioritizes both academic rigor and the social-emotional development of its students. By emphasizing a "whole-child" approach, the school aims to prepare its middle-level learners for the challenges of high school by balancing core curriculum requirements with diverse extracurricular opportunities, ranging from athletics and performing arts to various student-led clubs.

The school is deeply integrated into the Highland Park community, benefiting from a collaborative partnership between staff, parents, and local stakeholders. With a focus on innovation and instructional excellence, Edgewood Middle School utilizes modern pedagogical strategies to meet the diverse needs of its student body. The campus environment is designed to encourage exploration and personal growth, reflecting the district’s broader commitment to equity, academic achievement, and cultivating responsible, lifelong learners.

For more information, contact Edgewood Middle School at (224) 765-3201 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.