Serving 737 students in grades 6-8, Richard F Bernotas 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 28% (which is higher 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 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% 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: 737 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Richard F Bernotas Middle School serves the west part of Crystal Lake, IL, covering an area of approximately 14.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.7 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Richard F Bernotas Middle School's student population of 737 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
737 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering All Students: Learners Today - Leaders Tomorrow
School Rankings
Richard F Bernotas 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 Richard F Bernotas Middle School is 0.44, 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
#1369 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
30%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
73%
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)19.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
100%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richard F Bernotas Middle School's ranking?
Richard F Bernotas Middle School is ranked #1369 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Richard F Bernotas Middle School often compared to?
Richard F Bernotas Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lundahl Middle School, Hannah Beardsley Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% 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 Richard F Bernotas Middle School?
737 students attend Richard F Bernotas Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Richard F Bernotas Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richard F Bernotas Middle School?
Richard F Bernotas Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Richard F Bernotas Middle School offer ?
Richard F Bernotas Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Richard F Bernotas Middle School part of?
Richard F Bernotas Middle School is part of Crystal Lake CCSD 47 School District.
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