Algonquin Middle School

Algonquin Middle School serves 559 students in grades 6-8 in Des Plaines, Illinois, earning a strong 7.6 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout. The school ranks #409 out of 3,819 schools statewide, placing it in the 89th percentile among Illinois schools. With 61 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains an excellent 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio, providing students with substantial individual attention.

Academically, Algonquin Middle School demonstrates solid performance with a 7.9 academic score. In English Language Arts and Reading, 41% of students achieve proficiency or above across all grade levels. The school's academic success reflects the supportive community environment, where families prioritize education.

Located on East Algonquin Road, the school serves a stable middle-class neighborhood where the median household income reaches $80,116 and 42% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The area maintains a low 9.1% poverty rate, with median home values around $285,800, indicating a well-established community. Algonquin Middle School operates in Des Plaines, a small city setting that combines suburban comfort with accessible urban amenities, providing students with both community stability and broader educational and cultural opportunities.

With a student-teacher ratio of 9.2:1, Algonquin Middle School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.