Magee Middle School

500 N Cedar Lake Rd
Round Lake, IL 60073
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 638 students in grades 6-8, Magee 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 8% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 8% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 638 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 91%
  • : Bottom 50% in IL
  • : 8% (Btm 50%)
  • : 8% (Btm 50%)
  • : 37% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Magee Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:

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School Overview

Magee Middle School's student population of 638 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
638 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Magee 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 Magee 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.
This School
State Level (IL)
#2991 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(20-21)
8%
28%
8%
30%
37%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
80%
28%
Black
8%
16%
White
9%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.35
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
11%
3%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Magee Middle School's ranking?
Magee Middle School is ranked #2991 out of 3,426 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?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 8% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Magee Middle School?
638 students attend Magee Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Magee Middle School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Magee Middle School?
Magee Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Magee Middle School offer ?
Magee Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Magee Middle School part of?
Magee Middle School is part of Round Lake CUSD 116 School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 638 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 91%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 8% (Btm 50%)
  • : 8% (Btm 50%)
  • : 37% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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