Serving 551 students in grades 7-8, Abbott 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 5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 551 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Abbott Middle School serves the west part of Elgin, IL, covering an attendance area of approximately 8.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 2.6 miles, while the furthest edge reaches up to 5.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Abbott Middle School's student population of 551 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
551 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1932
School Calendar
School Rankings
Abbott 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 Abbott Middle School is 0.43, 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
#3020 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
74%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
10%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
10%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)53.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Abbott Middle School's ranking?
Abbott Middle School is ranked #3020 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Abbott Middle School often compared to?
Abbott Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ellis Middle School, Kenyon Woods Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Abbott Middle School?
551 students attend Abbott Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Abbott Middle School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Abbott Middle School?
Abbott Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Abbott Middle School offer ?
Abbott Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Abbott Middle School part of?
Abbott Middle School is part of School District U-46.
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