Serving 865 students in grades 6-8, Huntley 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 14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 865 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Huntley Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Dekalb, IL school district, covering approximately 94 square miles. Families typically experience a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 5.6 miles and the furthest edge located 10.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Huntley Middle School's student population of 865 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
865 students
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering Students to Thrive
School Rankings
Huntley 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 Huntley Middle School is 0.72, which is more 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
#2579 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
30%
29%
Black
27%
16%
White
35%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: J-barbs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Huntley Middle School's ranking?
Huntley Middle School is ranked #2579 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Huntley Middle School often compared to?
Huntley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sycamore Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Huntley Middle School?
865 students attend Huntley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Huntley Middle School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Huntley Middle School?
Huntley Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Huntley Middle School offer ?
Huntley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Huntley Middle School part of?
Huntley Middle School is part of Dekalb CUSD 428 School District.
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