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Parkland School

Middle School · McHenry CCSD 15

1802 N Ringwood Rd, Mchenry, IL 60050

Enrollment

678

Student-Teacher

11.5:1

Score

5.5

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#2,535 of 3,813

In Mchenry

#7 of 9

public schools

In district

#6 of 8

McHenry CCSD 15

School environment

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Parkland School

5.5/10

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

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About Parkland School

Parkland School is a public middle school in Mchenry, IL, part of McHenry CCSD 15. Parkland School serves approximately 678 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Parkland School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,535 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Parkland School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • IL avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.5Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-6.08 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.3Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency24% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency21% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)29% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-8.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile35th
Resources & Environment8.9Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,259
Chronic Absenteeism23%

Parkland School — Students at Parkland School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

44.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 45.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 47.6% (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
91%
ELA
86%
2010
Math
88%
ELA
84%
2011
Math
91%
ELA
84%
2012
Math
63%
ELA
59%
2013
Math
60%
ELA
60%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
31%
ELA
36%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
39%
2017
Math
28%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
26%
ELA
40%
2019
Math
26%
ELA
40%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
18%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
18%
2022
ELA
24%

* 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: 3.5/10.

How Parkland School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.5/10
34th percentile in IL
Academic
5.3/10
Average
Growth
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.9/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
44%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
59 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.0%

Location

1802 N Ringwood Rd, Mchenry, IL 60050

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Parkland School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Johnsburg Jr High School (rated 6.1/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Johnsburg), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, McHenry Middle School (rated 5.8/10, 3.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Mchenry, see our Mchenry schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Valley View Elem School Mchenry 1.0 mi 7.4
ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL & PRESCHOOL Mchenry 1.4 mi
Riverwood Elementary School Mchenry 2.1 mi 6.3
MONTINI CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mchenry 1.9 mi 5.8
Landmark Elem School Mchenry 2.0 mi 4.1
Chauncey H Duker School Mchenry 2.1 mi 4.1
McHenry Community High School Mchenry 2.1 mi 6.7
Harrison Elem School Wonder Lake 2.5 mi 3.9
Edgebrook Elem School Mchenry 2.2 mi 6.8
Ringwood School Primary Ctr Ringwood 2.9 mi 7.2
Hilltop Elem School Mchenry 3.0 mi 6.3
McHenry Middle School Mchenry 3.4 mi 5.8
ST JOHN THE BAPTIST CATHOLIC SCHOOL Johnsburg 3.7 mi 6.3
Johnsburg Elementary School Johnsburg 3.9 mi 5.9
Johnsburg Jr High School Johnsburg 3.9 mi 6.1
Prairie Ridge High School Crystal Lake 5.8 mi 8.8
Johnsburg High School Johnsburg 4.9 mi 6.9
Greenwood Elem School Woodstock 5.0 mi 6.4
Richmond-Burton High School Richmond 6.4 mi 7.3
CRYSTAL LAKE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Woodstock 5.9 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60050 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$86,315

Median Home Value

$244,500

Median Rent

$1,522/mo

Population

31,870

College Educated

25%

Homeownership

74.4%

Avg Commute

29.8 min

Poverty Rate

5.2%

Median Age

42.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Parkland School

What grades does Parkland School serve?

Parkland School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Parkland School?

Parkland School has an enrollment of approximately 678 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Parkland School?

The student-teacher ratio at Parkland School is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Parkland School rank in IL?

Parkland School ranks #2,535 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Parkland School's MySchoolScout rating?

Parkland School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Parkland School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Parkland School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Parkland School a charter school?

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

Is Parkland School a Title I school?

No, Parkland School is not currently a Title I school.

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

44.4% of students at Parkland 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
15 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
678
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
59
Free/Reduced Lunch
44.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
McHenry County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.0%

District

McHenry CCSD 15
District Enrollment
4,049
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,259
District Rank
#6 of 8

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