Serving 822 students in grades 6-8, Kaneland Harter Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (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 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 822 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Harter Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Sugar Grove, IL, covering approximately 141.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone takes about 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 6.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 14.7 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kaneland Harter Middle School's student population of 822 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
822 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Kaneland Harter 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 Kaneland Harter Middle School is 0.36, 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
#1943 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
79%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Knights
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kaneland Harter Middle School's ranking?
Kaneland Harter Middle School is ranked #1943 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Kaneland Harter Middle School often compared to?
Kaneland Harter Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Geneva Middle School South, Kaneland Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Kaneland Harter Middle School?
822 students attend Kaneland Harter Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Kaneland Harter Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kaneland Harter Middle School?
Kaneland Harter Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kaneland Harter Middle School offer ?
Kaneland Harter Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Kaneland Harter Middle School part of?
Kaneland Harter Middle School is part of Kaneland CUSD 302 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
KHMS - NO SCHOOL- Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break No School
March 29, 2027 (Monday)
KHMS Last Day of School for Students
May 14, 2027 (Friday)
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