Serving 451 students in grades 6-8, Matthews 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 16% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is equal to the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 451 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Matthews Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Island Lake, IL, encompassing approximately 22.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Matthews Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Matthews Middle School's student population of 451 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
451 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Matthews 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 Matthews Middle School is 0.58, 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
#1907 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
36%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
54%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Matthews Middle School's ranking?
Matthews Middle School is ranked #1907 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Matthews Middle School often compared to?
Matthews Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wauconda Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Matthews Middle School?
451 students attend Matthews Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Matthews Middle School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Matthews Middle School?
Matthews Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Matthews Middle School offer ?
Matthews Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Matthews Middle School part of?
Matthews Middle School is part of Wauconda CUSD 118 School District.
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