School Overview
Matthews Middle School is located in Island Lake, Illinois, and serves as a key educational institution within the local community. As a middle school, it focuses on the unique developmental needs of students in the early adolescent years, typically bridging the gap between elementary education and high school by fostering both academic growth and social-emotional development. The school is part of the broader regional educational framework, dedicated to providing a structured environment where students can explore a diverse curriculum, engage in extracurricular activities, and prepare for the challenges of secondary education.

The school operates as a central hub for the families of Island Lake, emphasizing a collaborative partnership between educators, parents, and the community. By offering a range of programs designed to support student learning and personal responsibility, Matthews Middle School strives to cultivate a positive school culture. Its location in a smaller residential setting often allows for a more personalized educational experience, where the faculty can focus on individual student progress and the establishment of a supportive foundation for future academic success.
451
Total Students
39.3
Full-Time Teachers
11.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Matthews Middle School
Demographic Student Count
White245
Hispanic163
Black8
Asian16
Two or More17
American Indian2
  • White
    245 (54.3%)
  • Hispanic
    163 (36.1%)
  • Two or More
    17 (3.8%)
  • Asian
    16 (3.5%)
  • Black
    8 (1.8%)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.4%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Wauconda CUSD 118
Phone: (847)526-6210
Website: http://www.d118.org
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 451
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 39.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 11.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 6 147
Grade 7 148
Grade 8 156

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Matthews Middle School
Grade Student Count
Grade 6147
Grade 7148
Grade 8156
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Matthews Middle School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female21447.5%
Male23752.5%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)