Serving 440 students in grades 6-8, Charles J Caruso Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (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 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 440 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Charles J Caruso Middle School serves a central area in Deerfield, IL, covering approximately 6 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.8 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest boundary being 2.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charles J Caruso Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Charles J Caruso Middle School's student population of 440 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
440 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Year Founded
1969
School Rankings
Charles J Caruso Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charles J Caruso Middle School is 0.30, 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
#137 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
6%
29%
Black
n/a
16%
White
83%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
43%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charles J Caruso Middle School's ranking?
Charles J Caruso Middle School is ranked #137 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Charles J Caruso Middle School often compared to?
Charles J Caruso Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alan B Shepard Middle School, Daniel Wright Jr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Charles J Caruso Middle School?
440 students attend Charles J Caruso Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Charles J Caruso Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Charles J Caruso Middle School?
Charles J Caruso Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Charles J Caruso Middle School offer ?
Charles J Caruso Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Charles J Caruso Middle School part of?
Charles J Caruso Middle School is part of Deerfield SD 109 School District.
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