Serving 468 students in grades 6-8, Carl Sandburg 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 23% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 468 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carl Sandburg Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Carl Sandburg Middle School's student population of 468 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
468 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
‘Truth and Honor’
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Carl Sandburg 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 Carl Sandburg Middle School is 0.62, 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
#1770 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
48%
29%
Black
3%
16%
White
38%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carl Sandburg Middle School's ranking?
Carl Sandburg Middle School is ranked #1770 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Carl Sandburg Middle School often compared to?
Carl Sandburg Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Plum Grove Middle School, Walter R Sundling Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Carl Sandburg Middle School?
468 students attend Carl Sandburg Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Carl Sandburg Middle School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carl Sandburg Middle School?
Carl Sandburg Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Carl Sandburg Middle School offer ?
Carl Sandburg Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Carl Sandburg Middle School part of?
Carl Sandburg Middle School is part of Palatine CCSD 15 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School
August 19, 2026 (Wednesday)
No School | Spring Break
March 22, 2027 (Monday)
No School | Spring Break
March 23, 2027 (Tuesday)
No School | Spring Break
March 24, 2027 (Wednesday)
No School | Spring Break
March 25, 2027 (Thursday)
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