Serving 289 students in grades 6-8, Lake Bluff Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 289 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Bluff Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Lake Bluff Middle School's student population of 289 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Mascot
Bobcats
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
289 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1955
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lake Bluff Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Bluff Middle 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#585 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-59%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
18%
28%
Black
2%
16%
White
69%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
7%
27%
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 Lake Bluff Middle School's ranking?
Lake Bluff Middle School is ranked #585 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Lake Bluff Middle School?
289 students attend Lake Bluff Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Lake Bluff Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake Bluff Middle School?
Lake Bluff Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lake Bluff Middle School offer ?
Lake Bluff Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lake Bluff Middle School part of?
Lake Bluff Middle School is part of Lake Bluff ESD 65 School District.
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