Serving 702 students in grades 7-8, Margaret Mead Junior High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher 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 55% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 702 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Margaret Mead Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Margaret Mead Junior High School's student population of 702 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
702 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Margaret Mead Junior High School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Margaret Mead Junior High School is 0.69, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#162 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
27%
6%
Hispanic
20%
29%
Black
5%
16%
White
45%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
3%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustangs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Margaret Mead Junior High School's ranking?
Margaret Mead Junior High School is ranked #162 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Margaret Mead Junior High School often compared to?
Margaret Mead Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Helen Keller Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Margaret Mead Junior High School?
702 students attend Margaret Mead Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Margaret Mead Junior High School students are White, 27% of students are Asian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Margaret Mead Junior High School?
Margaret Mead Junior High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Margaret Mead Junior High School offer ?
Margaret Mead Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Margaret Mead Junior High School part of?
Margaret Mead Junior High School is part of Schaumburg CCSD 54 School District.
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