Serving 599 students in grades 6-8, Lake Zurich Middle - S Campus ranks in the top 10% 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 51% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 599 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Zurich Middle - S Campus ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Lake Zurich Middle - S Campus's student population of 599 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
599 students
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Year Founded
1907
Colors
Red and Gold
School Rankings
Lake Zurich Middle - S Campus ranks within the top 10% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Zurich Middle - S Campus is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#224 out of 3542 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Asian
9%
6%
Hispanic
6%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
80%
45%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
6%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Zurich Middle - S Campus's ranking?
Lake Zurich Middle - S Campus is ranked #224 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Lake Zurich Middle - S Campus?
599 students attend Lake Zurich Middle - S Campus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Lake Zurich Middle - S Campus students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Zurich Middle - S Campus?
Lake Zurich Middle - S Campus has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lake Zurich Middle - S Campus offer ?
Lake Zurich Middle - S Campus offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lake Zurich Middle - S Campus part of?
Lake Zurich Middle - S Campus is part of Lake Zurich CUSD 95 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of Student Attendance (Full Day)
August 13, 2026 (Thursday)
Spring Break - All District Buildings Closed
March 22, 2027 (Monday)
Spring Break - No Student Attendance
March 22, 2027 (Monday)
Spring Break - All District Buildings Closed
March 23, 2027 (Tuesday)
Spring Break - No Student Attendance
March 23, 2027 (Tuesday)
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