Serving 754 students in grades 6-8, Marquardt 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 17% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (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 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 754 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Marquardt Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Glendale Heights, IL, covering an area of approximately 6.6 square miles. Parents can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 2.3 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marquardt Middle School's student population of 754 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
754 students
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marquardt 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 Marquardt Middle School is 0.62, 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
#2258 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
6%
Hispanic
57%
29%
Black
12%
16%
White
17%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marquardt Middle School's ranking?
Marquardt Middle School is ranked #2258 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?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Marquardt Middle School?
754 students attend Marquardt Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Marquardt Middle School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marquardt Middle School?
Marquardt Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Marquardt Middle School offer ?
Marquardt Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Marquardt Middle School part of?
Marquardt Middle School is part of Marquardt SD 15 School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I loved this school! I attended there in 1972.
I now unfortunately reside in Calif. where the schools are horrible! They don't care if kids learn or not! Not the case at all for Marquardt school district!
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