Serving 490 students in grades 6-8, Jewel Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower 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 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 490 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jewel Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Jewel Middle School's student population of 490 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
490 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1998
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jewel Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jewel Middle School is 0.62, 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
#1884 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
54%
29%
Black
11%
16%
White
28%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Jaguars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jewel Middle School's ranking?
Jewel Middle School is ranked #1884 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Jewel Middle School often compared to?
Jewel Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Herget Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Jewel Middle School?
490 students attend Jewel Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Jewel Middle School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jewel Middle School?
Jewel Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jewel Middle School offer ?
Jewel Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Jewel Middle School part of?
Jewel Middle School is part of Aurora West USD 129 School District.
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