MACARTHUR MIDDLE SCHOOL

MacArthur Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Berkeley SD 87 school district, located in Berkeley, IL with about 430 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 28 teachers, MacArthur Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

MacArthur Middle School, located at 1310 N. Wolf Rd. in Berkeley, Illinois, serves as a key educational institution within Berkeley School District 87. The school is dedicated to fostering an environment that balances academic rigor with social-emotional development, catering specifically to the unique needs of students during their formative middle school years. By offering a comprehensive curriculum, the school strives to prepare its diverse student body for the challenges of high school while encouraging personal growth and community responsibility.

Beyond its core academic program, MacArthur Middle School emphasizes a supportive culture that values collaboration among students, staff, and families. The school typically provides a range of extracurricular opportunities, including clubs and athletic programs, designed to help students discover their talents and build leadership skills. Located in the heart of Berkeley, the school serves as a central hub for the local community, maintaining a focus on inclusivity and student success as it works to guide young learners toward becoming well-rounded, contributing members of society.

For more information, contact MacArthur Middle School at (708) 449-3185 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.