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Best Middle Schools in Chicago, Illinois
Compare 452 middle schools in Chicago. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.
452
Middle Schools
Public & Charter Schools
327,482
Total Students
Across Chicago
14.3:1
Avg Student-Teacher Ratio
District average
452 schools found
Advanced Insights & Statistics
Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools
Academic Proficiency Averages
Math Assessment Score0%
ELA Assessment Score11%
🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.
Classroom Attention Ratio
Favorable Class Size (<15:1)17 Schools
Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)2 Schools
Larger Class Size (>20:1)1 Schools
💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.
Filtered Quality Highlights
- ✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
- ✓Largest student enrollment is 844 students at Richardson Middle School.
- ✓Best student-teacher ratio is 8:1, offering optimal classroom attention.
🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.
About Middle Schools in Chicago
Chicago, Illinois offers 452 middle schools providing education for students transitioning from elementary to high school. These schools focus on bridging foundational learning with advanced academic preparation.
Ariel Elem Community Academy
publicmiddlePK-8
1119 E 46Th St, Chicago, IL 60653
1
Rating
Students
364
Student-Teacher
10:1
ELA Proficiency
7%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Langford A Elem School
publicmiddlePK-8
6010 S Throop St, Chicago, IL 60636
1
Rating
Students
181
Student-Teacher
9:1
ELA Proficiency
7.5%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Beidler Elem School
publicmiddlePK-8
3151 W Walnut St, Chicago, IL 60612
1
Rating
Students
232
Student-Teacher
12:1
ELA Proficiency
5%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Lara Elem Academy
publicmiddlePK-8
4619 S Wolcott Ave, Chicago, IL 60609
1
Rating
Students
362
Student-Teacher
10:1
ELA Proficiency
12%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Wells Preparatory Elem Academy
publicmiddlePK-8
249 E 37Th St, Chicago, IL 60653
1
Rating
Students
308
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
7.5%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Telpochcalli Elem School
publicmiddlePK-8
2832 W 24Th Blvd, Chicago, IL 60623
1
Rating
Students
209
Student-Teacher
8:1
ELA Proficiency
12%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Woodlawn Elem Community School
publicmiddlePK-6
6657 S Kimbark Ave, Chicago, IL 60637
1
Rating
Students
167
Student-Teacher
11:1
ELA Proficiency
17%
Math Proficiency
N/A
West Park Elem Academy
publicmiddlePK-8
1425 N Tripp Ave, Chicago, IL 60651
1
Rating
Students
442
Student-Teacher
10:1
ELA Proficiency
12%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Rowe Elementary
charter schoolmiddleK-8
1424 N Cleaver St, Chicago, IL 60642
1
Rating
Students
617
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
14%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Learn Chtr - South Chicago Campus
charter schoolmiddleK-8
8914 S Buffalo Ave, Chicago, IL 60617
1
Rating
Students
390
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
18%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Cics - Bucktown Campus
charter schoolmiddleK-8
2235 N Hamilton Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
1
Rating
Students
518
Student-Teacher
11:1
ELA Proficiency
11%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Learn Chtr - Middle School
charter schoolmiddleGrade 6-8
3021 W Carroll Ave, Chicago, IL 60612
1
Rating
Students
176
Student-Teacher
12:1
ELA Proficiency
11%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Moving Everest Charter School
charter schoolmiddleK-8
416 N Laramie Ave, Chicago, IL 60644
1
Rating
Students
755
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
8%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Richardson Middle School
publicmiddleGrade 5-8
6018 S Karlov Ave, Chicago, IL 60629
1
Rating
Students
844
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
16%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Sadlowski Elementary School
publicmiddlePK-8
3930 E 105Th St, Chicago, IL 60617
1
Rating
Students
655
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
9%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Acero Chtr - Sandra Cisneros Elem
charter schoolmiddleK-8
2744 W Pershing Rd, Chicago, IL 60632
1
Rating
Students
326
Student-Teacher
12:1
ELA Proficiency
10%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Shields Middle School
publicmiddleGrade 5-8
2611 W 48Th St, Chicago, IL 60632
1
Rating
Students
330
Student-Teacher
10:1
ELA Proficiency
9%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Montessori Of Englewood Chtr Es
charter schoolmiddlePK-8
6936 S Hermitage Ave, Chicago, IL 60636
1
Rating
Students
349
Student-Teacher
49:1
ELA Proficiency
7.5%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Acero Chtr - Spc Zizumbo Elem
charter schoolmiddleK-8
4248 W 47Th St, Chicago, IL 60632
1
Rating
Students
532
Student-Teacher
16:1
ELA Proficiency
17%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Addams Elem School
publicmiddlePK-8
10810 S Avenue H, Chicago, IL 60617
1
Rating
Students
544
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
17%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Frequently Asked Questions
How many middle schools are in Chicago, Illinois?
There are several middle schools in Chicago, providing education for students transitioning from elementary to high school with comprehensive academic programs.
What is the best middle school in Chicago?
Based on our ratings, the top-rated middle schools in Chicago include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all middle schools sorted by rating.
What is the average student-teacher ratio in Chicago?
The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Chicago is 14.3:1.