Serving 794 students in grades 6-8, Lundahl 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 22% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 794 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lundahl Middle School's student population of 794 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
794 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Year Founded
1959
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering All Students: Learners Today - Leaders Tomorrow
School Rankings
Lundahl 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 Lundahl Middle School is 0.53, 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
#1731 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
31%
28%
Black
2%
16%
White
61%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
83%
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 Lundahl Middle School's ranking?
Lundahl Middle School is ranked #1731 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Lundahl Middle School often compared to?
Lundahl Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Richard F Bernotas Middle School, Hannah Beardsley Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Lundahl Middle School?
794 students attend Lundahl Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Lundahl Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lundahl Middle School?
Lundahl Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lundahl Middle School offer ?
Lundahl Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lundahl Middle School part of?
Lundahl Middle School is part of Crystal Lake CCSD 47 School District.
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