Serving 310 students in grades 5-8, Golf Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 310 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 1% in IL)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Golf Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Golf Middle School's student population of 310 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
310 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Golf Middle School is 0.63, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)53%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
34%
6%
Hispanic
12%
27%
Black
3%
17%
White
49%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% IL state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Golf Middle School?
310 students attend Golf Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Golf Middle School students are White, 34% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Golf Middle School?
Golf Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Golf Middle School offer ?
Golf Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Golf Middle School part of?
Golf Middle School is part of Golf ESD 67 School District.
School Calendar
View the Golf Middle School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
No School - Spring Break
March 24, 2025 (Monday)
No School - Spring Break
March 24, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School (Tentative)
June 05, 2025 (Thursday)
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