Serving 642 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 5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). 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 Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 642 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Magee Middle School serves the southeastern part of Round Lake, IL, covering an area of approximately 3.5 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being 1.3 miles and the furthest edge about 2.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Magee Middle School's student population of 642 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
642 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Magee 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 Magee 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
#3207 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Hispanic
79%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Black
8%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
White
9%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-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 17-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
11%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Magee Middle School's ranking?
Magee Middle School is ranked #3207 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?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% 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?
642 students attend Magee Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Magee Middle School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 3% 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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