Serving 317 students in grades 5-8, Golf Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 317 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 1% in IL)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Golf Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Golf Middle School's student population of 317 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
317 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Golf Middle School is 0.62, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)53%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)58%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
35%
5%
Hispanic
9%
27%
Black
3%
17%
White
50%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% IL state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% IL state average).
How many students attend Golf Middle School?
317 students attend Golf Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Golf Middle School students are White, 35% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Golf Middle School?
Golf Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Golf Middle School offer ?
Golf Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Golf Middle School part of?
Golf Middle School is part of Golf ESD 67 School District.
School Calendar
View the Golf Middle School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
LAST Day for 4:30 bus/late activity bus
May 23, 2024 (Thursday)
Last Day of School
June 04, 2024 (Tuesday)
Last Day of School
June 06, 2024 (Thursday)
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