Serving 327 students in grades 5-8, Golf Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is higher 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 50% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 327 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 1% in IL)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Golf Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Golf Middle School's student population of 327 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
327 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Golf Middle School is 0.64, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)53%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
32%
6%
Hispanic
12%
28%
Black
3%
16%
White
50%
45%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% IL state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Golf Middle School?
327 students attend Golf Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Golf Middle School students are White, 32% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Golf Middle School?
Golf Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Golf Middle School offer ?
Golf Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Golf Middle School part of?
Golf Middle School is part of Golf ESD 67 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School - Spring Break
March 24, 2025 (Monday)
No School - Spring Break
March 24, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School (Tentative)
June 05, 2025 (Thursday)
Last Day of School (Tentative)
June 05, 2025 (Thursday)
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