Serving 695 students in grades 6-8, Mchenry Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 23% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than 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 28% 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: 695 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: McHenry Middle School serves the eastern part of McHenry, IL, covering an attendance zone of approximately 24 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 3.2 miles and the furthest edge located 5.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mchenry Middle School's student population of 695 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
695 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Average Class Size
22 students
School Rankings
Mchenry Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mchenry Middle School is 0.43, 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
#1561 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
16%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mchenry Middle School's ranking?
Mchenry Middle School is ranked #1561 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Mchenry Middle School often compared to?
Mchenry Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Johnsburg Jr High School, Nippersink Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Mchenry Middle School?
695 students attend Mchenry Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Mchenry Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mchenry Middle School?
Mchenry Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mchenry Middle School offer ?
Mchenry Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Mchenry Middle School part of?
Mchenry Middle School is part of Mchenry CCSD 15 School District.
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