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Carpentersville Middle School

Middle School · CUSD 300

100 Cleveland Ave, Carpentersville, IL 60110

Enrollment

1,169

Student-Teacher

13.3:1

Score

4.3

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#3,340 of 3,813

In Carpentersville

#10 of 10

public schools

In district

#26 of 27

CUSD 300

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Carpentersville Middle School

4.3/10

Middle School in Carpentersville · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Carpentersville Middle School

Carpentersville Middle School is a public middle school in Carpentersville, IL, part of CUSD 300. Carpentersville Middle School serves approximately 1,169 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Carpentersville Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #3,340 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Carpentersville Middle School show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.2 pts below district
  • This school 4.3 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • IL avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

34% of students at Carpentersville Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.6Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-6.03 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.5Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency7% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency12% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency10% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)13% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-3.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile26th
Resources & Environment5.3Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,080
Chronic Absenteeism34.3%

Carpentersville Middle School — Students at Carpentersville Middle School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 13%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

79.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 35.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 31.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
81%
ELA
64%
2010
Math
84%
ELA
69%
2011
Math
85%
ELA
69%
2012
Math
46%
ELA
37%
2013
Math
50%
ELA
35%
2014
Math
20%
ELA
35%
2015
Math
19%
ELA
21%
2016
Math
15%
ELA
18%
2017
Math
16%
ELA
19%
2018
Math
15%
ELA
20%
2019
Math
15%
ELA
20%
2020*
Math
7%
ELA
11%
2021*
Math
7%
ELA
11%
2022
ELA
12%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.6/10.

How Carpentersville Middle School Compares

See how Carpentersville Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.3/10
12th percentile in IL
Academic
4.5/10
Below Average
Growth
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.3/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
80%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
88 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
34.3%

Location

100 Cleveland Ave, Carpentersville, IL 60110

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Carpentersville Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Eastview Elem School (rated 8.6/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Algonquin), which scores notably higher. Another option is Algonquin Lakes Elem Sch (rated 8.2/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Algonquin), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dundee Highlands Elem School (rated 7.3/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby West Dundee), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Carpentersville, see our Carpentersville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Delacey Family Educ Ctr Carpentersville 0.2 mi 6.8
Parkview Elementary School Carpentersville 0.3 mi 4.4
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL East Dundee 0.7 mi 4.5
Lakewood School Carpentersville 0.8 mi 4.9
Dundee Highlands Elem School West Dundee 1.0 mi 7.3
LUMEN ACADEMY West Dundee 1.0 mi
ST CATHERINE OF SIENA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Dundee 1.0 mi 6.2
Meadowdale Elem School Carpentersville 1.4 mi 5.5
Golfview Elem School Carpentersville 1.4 mi 6.4
Dundee-Crown High School Carpentersville 1.8 mi 7.0
Perry Elementary School Carpentersville 2.0 mi 5.0
Sunny Hill Elem School Carpentersville 2.1 mi 6.9
Sleepy Hollow Elem School Sleepy Hollow 2.3 mi 7.3
Elgin Math and Science Acad Chtr Elgin 2.8 mi 6.4
Algonquin Lakes Elem Sch Algonquin 2.9 mi 8.2
SUMMIT SCHOOL Elgin 3.0 mi 6.2
Coleman Elem School Elgin 3.3 mi 3.2
Eastview Elem School Algonquin 3.4 mi 8.6
Algonquin Middle School Algonquin 3.5 mi 6.8
Liberty Elementary School Carpentersville 2.9 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60110 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$87,714

Median Home Value

$224,300

Median Rent

$1,421/mo

Population

39,028

College Educated

23.6%

Homeownership

73.7%

Avg Commute

29.9 min

Poverty Rate

9.3%

Median Age

33.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Belvidere Central Middle School Belvidere, IL 4.3
Belvidere South Middle School Belvidere, IL 4.3
Coolidge Junior High Sch Granite City, IL 4.3
Minooka Jr High School Minooka, IL 4.3
Dorris Intermediate Sch Collinsville, IL 4.2
Jefferson Middle School Champaign, IL 4.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Carpentersville Middle School

What grades does Carpentersville Middle School serve?

Carpentersville Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Carpentersville Middle School?

Carpentersville Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 1,169 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Carpentersville Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Carpentersville Middle School is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Carpentersville Middle School rank in IL?

Carpentersville Middle School ranks #3,340 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Carpentersville Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Carpentersville Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Carpentersville Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Carpentersville Middle School has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Carpentersville Middle School a charter school?

No, Carpentersville Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Carpentersville Middle School a Title I school?

No, Carpentersville Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Carpentersville Middle School?

79.8% of students at Carpentersville Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
43 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,169
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
88
Free/Reduced Lunch
79.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Kane County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
34.3%

District

CUSD 300
District Enrollment
20,488
Schools in District
29
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,080
District Rank
#26 of 27

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