Hadley Junior High is located in Glen Ellyn, a western suburb of Chicago, Illinois. Named for former school superintendent, William M. Hadley, the school is the main middle school that feeds into Glenbard ...
Serving 1,143 students in grades 6-8, Hadley Junior High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,143 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hadley Junior High 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
Hadley Junior High School's student population of 1,143 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,143 students
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Year Founded
1956
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Rankings
Hadley Junior High 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 Hadley Junior High School is 0.54, 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
#126 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Asian
12%
6%
Hispanic
15%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
65%
45%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcat
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hadley Junior High School's ranking?
Hadley Junior High School is ranked #126 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Hadley Junior High School often compared to?
Hadley Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Abraham Lincoln Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Hadley Junior High School?
1,143 students attend Hadley Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Hadley Junior High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hadley Junior High School?
Hadley Junior High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hadley Junior High School offer ?
Hadley Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Hadley Junior High School part of?
Hadley Junior High School is part of Glen Ellyn SD 41 School District.
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