Serving 435 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Macarthur Intrntl Spanish Academy ranks in the top 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 29% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is higher 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 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 435 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: MacArthur International Spanish Academy serves the northwest part of Hoffman Estates, IL, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile. Families within this zone are typically a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge located about 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Macarthur Intrntl Spanish Academy's student population of 435 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
435 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Macarthur Intrntl Spanish Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Macarthur Intrntl Spanish Academy is 0.53, 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
#1340 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
65%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
3%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
22%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 13-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and Yellow
School Mascot
Bullseye The Bull
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Macarthur Intrntl Spanish Academy's ranking?
Macarthur Intrntl Spanish Academy is ranked #1340 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Macarthur Intrntl Spanish Academy often compared to?
Macarthur Intrntl Spanish Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Neil Armstrong Elementary School, Winston Churchill Elementary School, Lincoln Prairie School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Macarthur Intrntl Spanish Academy?
435 students attend Macarthur Intrntl Spanish Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Macarthur Intrntl Spanish Academy students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Macarthur Intrntl Spanish Academy?
Macarthur Intrntl Spanish Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Macarthur Intrntl Spanish Academy offer ?
Macarthur Intrntl Spanish Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Macarthur Intrntl Spanish Academy part of?
Macarthur Intrntl Spanish Academy is part of Schaumburg CCSD 54 School District.
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