Serving 1,142 students in grades 6-8, Carpentersville 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 12% (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 95% 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: 1,142 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Carpentersville Middle School serves the eastern part of its school district in Carpentersville, IL, covering an area of approximately 14.2 square miles. Families typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone being about 3 miles and the furthest edge located 5.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carpentersville Middle School's student population of 1,142 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,142 students
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Carpentersville 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 Carpentersville Middle School is 0.22, 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
#3029 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
88%
29%
Black
5%
16%
White
5%
45%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carpentersville Middle School's ranking?
Carpentersville Middle School is ranked #3029 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
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 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Carpentersville Middle School?
1,142 students attend Carpentersville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Carpentersville Middle School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carpentersville Middle School?
Carpentersville Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Carpentersville Middle School offer ?
Carpentersville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Carpentersville Middle School part of?
Carpentersville Middle School is part of CUSD 300 School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
this school has the best acedemic scores ive ever seen, i would recomend this school to anyone. their basketball team won the district championship!
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