Serving 645 students in grades 6-8, Parkland 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 24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 645 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Parkland School's student population of 645 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
645 students
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Rankings
Parkland 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 Parkland School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2008 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
29%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
65%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parkland School's ranking?
Parkland School is ranked #2008 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Parkland School often compared to?
Parkland Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverwood Elementary School, Alden-hebron Middle School by visitors of our site.
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 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Parkland School?
645 students attend Parkland School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Parkland School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parkland School?
Parkland School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Parkland School offer ?
Parkland School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Parkland School part of?
Parkland School is part of Mchenry CCSD 15 School District.
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