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Round Lake Middle School

Middle School · Round Lake CUSD 116

2000 Lotus Dr, Round Lake Heights, IL 60073

Enrollment

788

Student-Teacher

10.6:1

Score

5.2

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#2,777 of 3,813

In Round Lake Heights

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#7 of 9

Round Lake CUSD 116

School environment

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Round Lake Middle School

5.2/10

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

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About Round Lake Middle School

Round Lake Middle School is a public middle school in Round Lake Heights, IL, part of Round Lake CUSD 116. Round Lake Middle School serves approximately 788 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Round Lake Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,777 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Round Lake Middle School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • IL avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

33% of students at Round Lake 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 Progress3.9Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.94 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.4Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency5% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency8% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency7% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)8% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-1.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile25th
Resources & Environment8.5Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,324
Chronic Absenteeism33%

Round Lake Middle School — Students at Round Lake Middle School score 6% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 8%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

89.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 30.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 29.7% (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
74%
ELA
68%
2010
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2011
Math
75%
ELA
71%
2012
Math
37%
ELA
43%
2013
Math
32%
ELA
39%
2014
Math
14%
ELA
17%
2015
Math
19%
ELA
14%
2016
Math
15%
ELA
16%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
15%
2018
Math
12%
ELA
14%
2019
Math
12%
ELA
14%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
11%
2021*
Math
5%
ELA
11%
2022
ELA
8%

* 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: 3.9/10.

How Round Lake Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.2/10
27th percentile in IL
Academic
4.4/10
Below Average
Growth
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.5/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
89%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
74 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
33.0%

Location

2000 Lotus Dr, Round Lake Heights, IL 60073

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Round Lake Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Magee Middle School (rated 5.7/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Round Lake), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Peter J Palombi School (rated 5.2/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Lake Villa), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Gavin South Middle School (rated 5.2/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Ingleside), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Round Lake Heights, see our Round Lake Heights schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Indian Hill Elem School Round Lake Heights 0.0 mi 6.4
Raymond Ellis Elem School Round Lake Beach 1.1 mi 7.0
Round Lake Beach Elem School Round Lake Beach 1.2 mi 5.0
William L Thompson School Lake Villa 1.4 mi 6.0
Round Lake Senior High School Round Lake 1.6 mi 5.5
Magee Middle School Round Lake 1.9 mi 5.7
Village Elementary School Round Lake 2.2 mi 4.7
Peter J Palombi School Lake Villa 2.2 mi 5.2
ST BEDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ingleside 1.9 mi 5.5
W J Murphy Elem School Round Lake Park 2.5 mi 6.0
Gavin South Middle School Ingleside 2.1 mi 5.2
Gavin Central Elementary School Ingleside 2.1 mi 3.7
Pleviak Elem School Lake Villa 2.5 mi 6.3
Olive C Martin School Lake Villa 3.0 mi 5.3
COMMUNITY ALTERNATIVE RENEWAL EXPERIENCE Lake Villa 2.8 mi
Avon Center Elem School Round Lake Beach 2.3 mi 5.8
Grayslake North High School Grayslake 2.6 mi 8.6
Big Hollow Middle School Ingleside 3.2 mi 4.9
Meadowview School Grayslake 2.9 mi 8.5
Big Hollow Primary School Ingleside 3.3 mi 5.9

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Round Lake Middle School

What grades does Round Lake Middle School serve?

Round Lake Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Round Lake Middle School?

Round Lake Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 788 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Round Lake Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Round Lake Middle School is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Round Lake Middle School rank in IL?

Round Lake Middle School ranks #2,777 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Round Lake Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Round Lake Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Round Lake Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Round Lake Middle School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Round Lake Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Round Lake Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

89.2% of students at Round Lake 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
48 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
788
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
74
Free/Reduced Lunch
89.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Lake County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
33.0%

District

Round Lake CUSD 116
District Enrollment
6,190
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,324
District Rank
#7 of 9

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