Serving 585 students in grades 6-8, Robert E Abbott Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 4% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 585 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Robert E Abbott Middle School's student population of 585 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
585 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Robert E Abbott Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Robert E Abbott Middle School is 0.20, 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
#3344 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)4%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
89%
28%
Black
7%
16%
White
2%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
31%
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 Robert E Abbott Middle School's ranking?
Robert E Abbott Middle School is ranked #3344 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Robert E Abbott Middle School often compared to?
Robert E Abbott Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John R Lewis Middle School, Miguel Juarez Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Robert E Abbott Middle School?
585 students attend Robert E Abbott Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Robert E Abbott Middle School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Robert E Abbott Middle School?
Robert E Abbott Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Robert E Abbott Middle School offer ?
Robert E Abbott Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Robert E Abbott Middle School part of?
Robert E Abbott Middle School is part of Waukegan CUSD 60 School District.
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