Below Average
#3506 of 3,813 schools in IL
Huntley Middle School
Middle School · DeKalb CUSD 428
1515 S 4th St, Dekalb, IL 60115
Enrollment
891
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
4.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
891
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
4.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,506 of 3,813
In Dekalb
#6 of 9
public schools
In district
#8 of 12
DeKalb CUSD 428
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Huntley Middle School
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About Huntley Middle School
Huntley Middle School is a public middle school in Dekalb, IL, part of DeKalb CUSD 428. Huntley Middle School serves approximately 891 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Huntley Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,506 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Huntley Middle School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 5.4
- IL avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at Huntley 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
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Huntley Middle School — Students at Huntley Middle School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
63.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 2.4/10.
How Huntley Middle School Compares
See how Huntley Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1515 S 4th St, Dekalb, IL 60115
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Huntley Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Clinton Rosette Middle School (rated 6.8/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sycamore Middle School (rated 5.8/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby Sycamore), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dekalb, see our Dekalb schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DeKalb Early Lrng and Dev Ctr Dekalb | 0.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Dekalb | 0.4 mi | 3.1 |
| Founders Elementary School Dekalb | 0.7 mi | 3.8 |
| Tyler Elementary School De Kalb | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Clinton Rosette Middle School Dekalb | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Littlejohn Elem School Dekalb | 2.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Jefferson Elem School Dekalb | 2.6 mi | 5.8 |
| DeKalb High School Dekalb | 3.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Gwendolyn Brooks Elem Sch Dekalb | 3.8 mi | 3.1 |
| Cortland Elementary School Cortland | 4.0 mi | 3.7 |
| South Prairie Elementary School Sycamore | 5.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Sycamore High School Sycamore | 5.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Malta Elementary School Malta | 5.0 mi | 4.1 |
| West Elem School Sycamore | 6.0 mi | 6.3 |
| ST MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Sycamore | 6.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Southeast Elem School Sycamore | 6.1 mi | 6.0 |
| AURORA CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS CORNERSTONE CAMPUS Sycamore | 6.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Sycamore Middle School Sycamore | 7.2 mi | 5.8 |
| North Elementary School Sycamore | 7.5 mi | 6.5 |
| MONTESSORI CHILDRENS HOUSE OF SYCAMORE AND DEKALB Sycamore | 7.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60115 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,808
Median Home Value
$205,700
Median Rent
$1,018/mo
Population
42,461
College Educated
35.8%
Homeownership
42.8%
Avg Commute
22.9 min
Poverty Rate
26.1%
Median Age
26
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Harvard Jr High School Harvard, IL | 4.0 |
| Bloomington Jr High School Bloomington, IL | 4.1 |
| Columbia Central School Steger, IL | 4.1 |
| Geneseo Middle School Geneseo, IL | 4.1 |
| Glenwood Intermediate Sch Chatham, IL | 4.1 |
| Liberty Junior High School Burbank, IL | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Huntley Middle School
What grades does Huntley Middle School serve?
Huntley Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Huntley Middle School?
Huntley Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 891 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Huntley Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Huntley Middle School is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Huntley Middle School rank in IL?
Huntley Middle School ranks #3,506 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Huntley Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Huntley Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Huntley Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Huntley Middle School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Huntley Middle School a charter school?
No, Huntley Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Huntley Middle School a Title I school?
No, Huntley Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Huntley Middle School?
63.3% of students at Huntley 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 891
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 68
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 63.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- DeKalb County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.5%
- Phone
- (815) 754-2241
Resources & Links
District
DeKalb CUSD 428- District Enrollment
- 6,719
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,665
- District Rank
- #8 of 12
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