At a glance
Reported students
570
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
39.82
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
14.3:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
07–08
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Illinois middle enrollment
66th percentile
Compared with 703 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
480
Larsen Middle School: 570 reported students.
State peer staffing position
76th percentile
14.3:1 reported; state peer median 12.7:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 657
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47.2
- Student–teacher ratio
- 13.9:1
What the reported data says about Larsen Middle School
Larsen Middle School is a public middle school serving grades 07–08 in Elgin. It is one of 56 current school records connected to SD U-46. NCES reports 570 students for 2024–25.
Among 703 middle schools in Illinois with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 413 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 66th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 14.3:1, above the Illinois median of 12.7:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (79.6%) and White (7.4%). English learners represent 39.4% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 11.4%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Larsen Middle School
- 1How do the reported 14.3:1 student–teacher ratio and 39.82 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 1 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 39.4%
- Students with disabilities
- 11.4%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 62.8%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0.81
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 1
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White7.4%
- Hispanic79.6%
- Black4.6%
- Asian6%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.7%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.2%
- Multiracial1.6%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in SD U-46
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Abbott Middle School
Middle · Grades 07–08
551 reported students
Tefft Middle School
Middle · Grades 07–08
606 reported students
Canton Middle School
Middle · Grades 07–08
531 reported students
Kimball Middle School
Middle · Grades 07–08
501 reported students
Ellis Middle School
Middle · Grades 07–08
496 reported students
Eastview Middle School
Middle · Grades 07–08
757 reported students
Public schools near Larsen Middle School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ellis Middle School Middle · SD U-46 | 07–08 | 496 | 1.2 mi |
| Abbott Middle School Middle · SD U-46 | 07–08 | 551 | 1.9 mi |
| Kimball Middle School Middle · SD U-46 | 07–08 | 501 | 2 mi |
| Kenyon Woods Middle School Middle · SD U-46 | 07–08 | 873 | 3.1 mi |
| Carpentersville Middle School Middle · CUSD 300 | 06–08 | 1,142 | 4 mi |
| Dundee Middle School Middle · CUSD 300 | 06–08 | 1,144 | 5.3 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Larsen Middle School
What grades does Larsen Middle School serve?
Larsen Middle School reports grades 07–08 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a middle school in SD U-46.
How many students attend Larsen Middle School?
Larsen Middle School reported 570 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 66th percentile among 703 Illinois middle schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 657 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Larsen Middle School?
The calculated ratio is 14.3:1, based on 570 students and 39.82 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Illinois median for the same school level is 12.7:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Larsen Middle School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Larsen Middle School is a public school and is not a charter school; it is also identified as a magnet school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of Larsen Middle School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
62.8% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Larsen Middle School in?
Larsen Middle School is part of SD U-46, based in Elgin, IL, which operates 56 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Larsen Middle School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Ellis Middle School (1.2 mi), Abbott Middle School (1.9 mi), Kimball Middle School (2 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.