Serving 820 students in grades 6-8, Kaneland Harter Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (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 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 820 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kaneland Harter Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Kaneland Harter Middle School's student population of 820 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
820 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kaneland Harter Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kaneland Harter Middle School is 0.37, 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
#1170 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
14%
28%
Black
2%
16%
White
78%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kaneland Harter Middle School's ranking?
Kaneland Harter Middle School is ranked #1170 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Kaneland Harter Middle School often compared to?
Kaneland Harter Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Geneva Middle Sch South, Kaneland Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Kaneland Harter Middle School?
820 students attend Kaneland Harter Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Kaneland Harter Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kaneland Harter Middle School?
Kaneland Harter Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kaneland Harter Middle School offer ?
Kaneland Harter Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Kaneland Harter Middle School part of?
Kaneland Harter Middle School is part of Kaneland CUSD 302 School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Spring Break- No School
March 31, 2025 (Monday)
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