Serving 468 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 62% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 468 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 5%)
- 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
Student Attention
School Overview
Charles J Caruso Middle School's student population of 468 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
468 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Charles J Caruso Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charles J Caruso Middle School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#61 out of 3663 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
3%
27%
Black
1%
17%
White
85%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
1%
27%
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 #61 out of 3,663 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 Daniel Wright Jr High School, Alan B Shepard Middle School, Half Day School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Charles J Caruso Middle School?
468 students attend Charles J Caruso Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Charles J Caruso Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
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 14:1.
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.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day of School 1/2 Day AM (without Emergency Days)
June 07, 2024 (Friday)
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