Serving 357 students in grades 6-8, Macarthur 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 8% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 357 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Macarthur Middle School's student population of 357 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
357 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence in Education
School Rankings
Macarthur Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Macarthur Middle School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2834 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Hispanic
53%
29%
Black
43%
16%
White
2%
45%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Macarthur Middle School's ranking?
Macarthur Middle School is ranked #2834 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Macarthur Middle School often compared to?
Macarthur Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roosevelt Middle School, Plantation Middle School, Hillside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Macarthur Middle School?
357 students attend Macarthur Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Macarthur Middle School students are Hispanic, 43% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Macarthur Middle School?
Macarthur Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Macarthur Middle School offer ?
Macarthur Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Macarthur Middle School part of?
Macarthur Middle School is part of Berkeley SD 87 School District.
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