Serving 546 students in grades 7-8, Larsen 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 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 546 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Larsen Middle School's student population of 546 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
546 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Larsen 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 Larsen 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
#1663 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)21-39%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
79%
28%
Black
4%
16%
White
9%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Larsen Middle School's ranking?
Larsen Middle School is ranked #1663 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Larsen Middle School?
546 students attend Larsen Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Larsen Middle School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Larsen Middle School?
Larsen Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Larsen Middle School offer ?
Larsen Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Larsen Middle School part of?
Larsen Middle School is part of School District U-46.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break - No Classes
March 31, 2025 (Monday)
School Reviews
5 10/29/2016
hey i'm an 8th grader here and i love this school i love the diversity in the people i love the learning i really do like this school and i know some parents are probably worried about the drug use and stuff and it is here but it's not too openly talked about or widely used. the people are mostly good and the learning is good. some of the teachers are questionable, but i guess that's life. i like this place.
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