HERRICK MIDDLE SCHOOL
Herrick Middle School is a public middle school that is part of the Downers Grove GSD 58 school district, located in Downers Grove, IL with about 653 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 40 teachers, Herrick Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.
Herrick Middle School, located in Downers Grove, Illinois, serves as a prominent educational institution within Downers Grove Grade School District 58. Catering to students in grades 6 through 8, the school is known for its commitment to academic excellence and a student-centered learning environment. The facility is situated in a residential area on Middaugh Avenue, serving as a central hub for the local community and fostering a supportive atmosphere designed to help adolescents navigate the transition between elementary and high school.
Beyond its core curriculum, Herrick Middle School emphasizes the importance of holistic development, offering a diverse array of extracurricular activities, including athletic programs, music ensembles, and various student clubs. The school prides itself on cultivating a culture of inclusivity and collaboration, where faculty and staff work closely with families to ensure students achieve both their academic potential and personal growth. With a focus on preparing students for future success in high school and beyond, Herrick remains a highly regarded fixture in the Downers Grove educational landscape.
For more information, contact Herrick Middle School at (630) 719-5810 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Downers Grove, IL 60515-2789
(630) 719-5810
HERRICK MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school in Downers Grove, IL with about 653 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Illinois
School Details
- Level:
- Middle School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Downers Grove GSD 58
- Total Students:
- 653
- Teachers:
- 40.15
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 653 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending HERRICK MIDDLE SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 84% of the student body.
- White
- 84.1%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 7.4%
- Asian
- 3.8%
- Two or more races
- 2.6%
- Black or African American
- 2.0%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Female
- 50.7%
- Male
- 49.3%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.