Serving 1,169 students in grades 6-8, Carpentersville 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 7% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,169 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carpentersville Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Carpentersville Middle School's student population of 1,169 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,169 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Carpentersville Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carpentersville Middle School is 0.24, 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
#2916 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)7%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
87%
28%
Black
6%
16%
White
5%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
3%
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 Carpentersville Middle School's ranking?
Carpentersville Middle School is ranked #2916 out of 3,426 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?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Carpentersville Middle School?
1,169 students attend Carpentersville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Carpentersville Middle School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carpentersville Middle School?
Carpentersville Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Carpentersville Middle School offer ?
Carpentersville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Carpentersville Middle School part of?
Carpentersville Middle School is part of CUSD 300 School District.
School Calendar
View the Carpentersville Middle School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Spring Break (No Student Attendance)
March 31, 2025 (Monday)
District Holiday - Offices/Schools Closed
April 18, 2025 (Friday)
Last Day of School (if No Emergency Days have been used)
May 23, 2025 (Friday)
Memorial Day - Offices/Schools Closed
May 26, 2025 (Monday)
Juneteenth - Offices/Schools Closed
June 19, 2025 (Thursday)
School Reviews
5 2/6/2011
this school has the best acedemic scores ive ever seen, i would recomend this school to anyone. their basketball team won the district championship!
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