Mackeben Elementary School serves 529 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 529 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mackeben Elementary School's student population of 529 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
Total Students
529 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
The diversity score of Mackeben Elementary School is 0.49, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
6%
Hispanic
16%
28%
Black
3%
16%
White
69%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 schools are Mackeben Elementary School often compared to?
Mackeben Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leggee Elementary School, Conley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Mackeben Elementary School?
529 students attend Mackeben Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Mackeben Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mackeben Elementary School?
Mackeben Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mackeben Elementary School offer ?
Mackeben Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2
What school district is Mackeben Elementary School part of?
Mackeben Elementary School is part of Huntley Comm Sch Dist 158 School District.
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