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Magee Middle School
Middle School · Round Lake CUSD 116
500 N Cedar Lake Rd, Round Lake, IL 60073
Enrollment
638
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
5.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
638
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
5.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,364 of 3,813
In Round Lake
#3 of 5
public schools
In district
#5 of 9
Round Lake CUSD 116
School environment
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Magee Middle School
Magee Middle School is a public middle school in Round Lake, IL, part of Round Lake CUSD 116. Magee Middle School serves approximately 638 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Magee Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,364 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Magee Middle School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- IL avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
30% of students at Magee 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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Magee Middle School — Students at Magee Middle School score 8% proficient, which is in line with what's typical for similar communities (expected: 8%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.1%
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: 4.3/10.
How Magee Middle School Compares
See how Magee Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
500 N Cedar Lake Rd, Round Lake, IL 60073
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Magee Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Park West School (rated 7.2/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Round Lake Middle School (rated 5.2/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Round Lake Heights), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Gavin South Middle School (rated 5.2/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Ingleside), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Round Lake, see our Round Lake schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Round Lake Senior High School Round Lake | 0.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Village Elementary School Round Lake | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| W J Murphy Elem School Round Lake Park | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Raymond Ellis Elem School Round Lake Beach | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Round Lake Beach Elem School Round Lake Beach | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Indian Hill Elem School Round Lake Heights | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Round Lake Middle School Round Lake Heights | 1.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Park East School Round Lake | 2.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Park West School Round Lake | 2.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Prairieview School Hainesville | 1.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Grayslake Early Childhood Hainesville | 1.8 mi | 6.1 |
| ST GILBERT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Grayslake | 1.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Avon Center Elem School Round Lake Beach | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Woodview School Grayslake | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Meadowview School Grayslake | 2.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Gavin South Middle School Ingleside | 2.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Grayslake North High School Grayslake | 2.4 mi | 8.6 |
| William L Thompson School Lake Villa | 3.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Big Hollow Middle School Ingleside | 2.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Grayslake Central High School Grayslake | 2.6 mi | 8.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60073 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,457
Median Home Value
$215,200
Median Rent
$1,461/mo
Population
62,000
College Educated
26.7%
Homeownership
78.2%
Avg Commute
31.2 min
Poverty Rate
10.1%
Median Age
34.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bourbonnais Upper Grade Center Bourbonnais, IL | 5.7 |
| Carl Sandburg Middle School Mundelein, IL | 5.7 |
| Edison Middle School Champaign, IL | 5.7 |
| Emily G Johns School Plano, IL | 5.7 |
| John R Lewis Middle School Waukegan, IL | 5.7 |
| Matthews Middle School Island Lake, IL | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Magee Middle School
What grades does Magee Middle School serve?
Magee Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Magee Middle School?
Magee Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 638 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Magee Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Magee Middle School is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Magee Middle School rank in IL?
Magee Middle School ranks #2,364 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Magee Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Magee Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Magee Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Magee Middle School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Magee Middle School a charter school?
No, Magee Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Magee Middle School a Title I school?
No, Magee Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Magee Middle School?
90.1% of students at Magee 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
- 638
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 62
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Lake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.1%
- Phone
- (847) 546-8800
Resources & Links
District
Round Lake CUSD 116- District Enrollment
- 6,190
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,324
- District Rank
- #5 of 9
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