Serving 409 students in grades 5-8, Gower Middle School ranks in the top 10% 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 53% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 409 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gower 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
Gower Middle School's student population of 409 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
409 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Gower Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gower Middle School is 0.65, 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
#238 out of 3542 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
6%
Hispanic
18%
29%
Black
3%
16%
White
54%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
4%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gower Middle School's ranking?
Gower Middle School is ranked #238 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Gower Middle School often compared to?
Gower Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Burr Ridge Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Gower Middle School?
409 students attend Gower Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Gower Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gower Middle School?
Gower Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gower Middle School offer ?
Gower Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Gower Middle School part of?
Gower Middle School is part of Gower SD 62 School District.
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