Serving 1,200 students in grades 6-8, Marlowe Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 25% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,200 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marlowe Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Marlowe Middle School's student population of 1,200 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,200 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marlowe Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marlowe Middle School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#839 out of 3426 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
12%
27%
Black
3%
17%
White
71%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marlowe Middle School's ranking?
Marlowe Middle School is ranked #839 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Marlowe Middle School often compared to?
Marlowe Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heineman Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Marlowe Middle School?
1,200 students attend Marlowe Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Marlowe Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marlowe Middle School?
Marlowe Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Marlowe Middle School offer ?
Marlowe Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Marlowe Middle School part of?
Marlowe Middle School is part of Huntley Community School District 158.
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