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Best Middle Schools in Elgin, Illinois
Compare 21 middle schools in Elgin. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.
21
Middle Schools
Public & Charter Schools
17,104
Total Students
Across Elgin
15.2:1
Avg Student-Teacher Ratio
District average
21 schools found
Advanced Insights & Statistics
Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools
Academic Proficiency Averages
Math Assessment Score0%
ELA Assessment Score15%
🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.
Classroom Attention Ratio
Favorable Class Size (<15:1)7 Schools
Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)13 Schools
Larger Class Size (>20:1)0 Schools
💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.
Filtered Quality Highlights
- ✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
- ✓Largest student enrollment is 770 students at Prairie Knolls Middle Sch.
- ✓Best student-teacher ratio is 10:1, offering optimal classroom attention.
🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.
About Middle Schools in Elgin
Elgin, Illinois offers 21 middle schools providing education for students transitioning from elementary to high school. These schools focus on bridging foundational learning with advanced academic preparation.
Prairie Knolls Middle Sch
publicmiddleGrade 6-7
225 Nesler Rd, Elgin, IL 60124
3
Rating
Students
770
Student-Teacher
17:1
ELA Proficiency
60%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Elgin Math And Science Acad Chtr
charter schoolmiddleK-8
1600 Dundee Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
1.5
Rating
Students
499
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
30%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Hilltop Elementary School
publicmiddlePK-6
1855 Rohrson Rd, Elgin, IL 60120
1.5
Rating
Students
521
Student-Teacher
17:1
ELA Proficiency
29%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Otter Creek Elem School
publicmiddleK-6
2701 Hopps Rd, Elgin, IL 60124
1.2
Rating
Students
437
Student-Teacher
10:1
ELA Proficiency
23%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Larsen Middle School
publicmiddleGrade 7-8
665 Dundee Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
1
Rating
Students
570
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
18%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Abbott Middle School
publicmiddleGrade 7-8
949 Van St, Elgin, IL 60123
1
Rating
Students
551
Student-Teacher
12:1
ELA Proficiency
14%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Creekside Elem
publicmiddlePK-6
655 N Airlite St, Elgin, IL 60123
1
Rating
Students
469
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
11%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Washington Elem School
publicmiddlePK-6
819 W Chicago St, Elgin, IL 60123
1
Rating
Students
446
Student-Teacher
17:1
ELA Proficiency
10%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Ronald D O Neal
publicmiddleK-6
510 Franklin Blvd, Elgin, IL 60120
1
Rating
Students
445
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
7%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Lowrie Elem School
publicmiddleK-6
264 Oak St, Elgin, IL 60123
1
Rating
Students
397
Student-Teacher
17:1
ELA Proficiency
10%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Mckinley Elem School
publicmiddleK-6
258 Lovell St, Elgin, IL 60120
1
Rating
Students
395
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
13%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Lords Park Elem School
publicmiddlePK-6
323 Waverly Dr, Elgin, IL 60120
1
Rating
Students
655
Student-Teacher
16:1
ELA Proficiency
9%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Century Oaks Elem School
publicmiddlePK-6
1235 Braeburn Dr, Elgin, IL 60123
1
Rating
Students
542
Student-Teacher
17:1
ELA Proficiency
10%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Hillcrest Elem School
publicmiddlePK-6
80 N Airlite St, Elgin, IL 60123
1
Rating
Students
509
Student-Teacher
16:1
ELA Proficiency
10%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Huff Elem School
publicmiddlePK-6
801 Hastings St, Elgin, IL 60120
1
Rating
Students
577
Student-Teacher
18:1
ELA Proficiency
10%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Harriet Gifford Elem School
publicmiddlePK-6
240 S Clifton Ave, Elgin, IL 60123
1
Rating
Students
460
Student-Teacher
16:1
ELA Proficiency
4%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Highland Elem School
publicmiddlePK-6
190 N Melrose Ave, Elgin, IL 60123
1
Rating
Students
616
Student-Teacher
16:1
ELA Proficiency
8%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Kimball Middle School
publicmiddleGrade 7-8
451 N Mclean Blvd, Elgin, IL 60123
1
Rating
Students
501
Student-Teacher
12:1
ELA Proficiency
12%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Coleman Elem School
publicmiddlePK-6
1220 Dundee Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
1
Rating
Students
641
Student-Teacher
17:1
ELA Proficiency
6%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Ellis Middle School
publicmiddleGrade 7-8
225 S Liberty St, Elgin, IL 60120
1
Rating
Students
496
Student-Teacher
12:1
ELA Proficiency
6%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Frequently Asked Questions
How many middle schools are in Elgin, Illinois?
There are several middle schools in Elgin, providing education for students transitioning from elementary to high school with comprehensive academic programs.
What is the best middle school in Elgin?
Based on our ratings, the top-rated middle schools in Elgin include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all middle schools sorted by rating.
What is the average student-teacher ratio in Elgin?
The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Elgin is 15.2:1.