Serving 597 students in grades 6-8, Algonquin Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). 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 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 597 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Algonquin Middle School serves the southern part of Des Plaines, IL, covering an area of approximately 5.5 square miles, with most students living within a 1.8-mile radius of the school and the furthest edge being about 3.3 miles away. Typical travel time to the school ranges from 5 to 10 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Algonquin Middle School's student population of 597 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
597 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1954
School Rankings
Algonquin Middle School ranks within the top 30% 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 0.59, 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
#831 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
11%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
58%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
3%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
26%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Algonquin Middle School's ranking?
Algonquin Middle School is ranked #831 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% 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?
597 students attend Algonquin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Algonquin Middle School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% 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 10:1, 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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