Serving 570 students in grades 7-8, Larsen 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 9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 570 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Larsen Middle School serves the northern part of Elgin, IL, covering an area of approximately 7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest distance to the school being about 4.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Larsen Middle School's student population of 570 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
570 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
'Every Minute Matters'
School Rankings
Larsen 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 Larsen Middle School is 0.35, 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
#2648 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
80%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
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)42.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Larsen Middle School's ranking?
Larsen Middle School is ranked #2648 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Larsen Middle School?
570 students attend Larsen Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Larsen Middle School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Larsen Middle School?
Larsen Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Larsen Middle School offer ?
Larsen Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Larsen Middle School part of?
Larsen Middle School is part of School District U-46.
School Calendar
View the Larsen Middle School yearly calendar below.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
hey i'm an 8th grader here and i love this school i love the diversity in the people i love the learning i really do like this school and i know some parents are probably worried about the drug use and stuff and it is here but it's not too openly talked about or widely used. the people are mostly good and the learning is good. some of the teachers are questionable, but i guess that's life. i like this place.
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