Serving 1,174 students in grades 6-8, Dundee Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is equal to the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,174 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dundee Middle School's student population of 1,174 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,174 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dundee Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dundee Middle School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1369 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
6%
Hispanic
29%
28%
Black
4%
16%
White
56%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dundee Middle School's ranking?
Dundee Middle School is ranked #1369 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Dundee Middle School?
1,174 students attend Dundee Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Dundee Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dundee Middle School?
Dundee Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dundee Middle School offer ?
Dundee Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Dundee Middle School part of?
Dundee Middle School is part of CUSD 300 School District.
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