Serving 370 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 30% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (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 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 370 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Algonquin Middle School's student population of 370 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
370 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Algonquin Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Algonquin Middle School is 0.60, 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
#1204 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
41%
29%
Black
3%
16%
White
48%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 #1204 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Algonquin Middle School?
370 students attend Algonquin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Algonquin Middle School students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
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 CUSD 300 School District.
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