Serving 559 students in grades 6-8, Algonquin Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 559 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Algonquin Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Algonquin Middle School's student population of 559 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
559 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Algonquin Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Algonquin Middle School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1094 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)23%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
6%
Hispanic
58%
28%
Black
3%
16%
White
25%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Algonquin Middle School's ranking?
Algonquin Middle School is ranked #1094 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Algonquin Middle School often compared to?
Algonquin Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chippewa Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Algonquin Middle School?
559 students attend Algonquin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Algonquin Middle School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Algonquin Middle School?
Algonquin Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Algonquin Middle School offer ?
Algonquin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Algonquin Middle School part of?
Algonquin Middle School is part of CCSD 62 School District.
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