Serving 374 students in grades 6-8, Macarthur 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 374 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Macarthur Middle School's student population of 374 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
374 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Macarthur Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Macarthur Middle School is 0.54, 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
#2500 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)10-14%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
54%
28%
Black
41%
16%
White
3%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Macarthur Middle School's ranking?
Macarthur Middle School is ranked #2500 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Macarthur Middle School often compared to?
Macarthur Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roosevelt Middle School, Hillside Elementary School, Plantation Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Macarthur Middle School?
374 students attend Macarthur Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Macarthur Middle School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Macarthur Middle School?
Macarthur Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Macarthur Middle School offer ?
Macarthur Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Macarthur Middle School part of?
Macarthur Middle School is part of Berkeley SD 87 School District.
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