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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 Score10%
🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.
Classroom Attention Ratio
Favorable Class Size (<15:1)19 Schools
Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)1 Schools
Larger Class Size (>20:1)0 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 846 students at Falconer Elem 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.
Ellington Elem School
publicmiddlePK-8
243 N Parkside Ave, Chicago, IL 60644
1
Rating
Students
510
Student-Teacher
12:1
ELA Proficiency
6%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Ericson Elem Scholastic Academy
publicmiddlePK-8
3600 W 5Th Ave, Chicago, IL 60624
1
Rating
Students
318
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
12%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Kellman Corporate Community Elem
publicmiddlePK-8
3030 W Arthington St, Chicago, IL 60612
1
Rating
Students
209
Student-Teacher
9:1
ELA Proficiency
5%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Falconer Elem School
publicmiddlePK-6
3020 N Lamon Ave, Chicago, IL 60641
1
Rating
Students
846
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
12%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Evers Elem School
publicmiddlePK-8
9811 S Lowe Ave, Chicago, IL 60628
1
Rating
Students
233
Student-Teacher
10:1
ELA Proficiency
12%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Faraday Elem School
publicmiddlePK-8
3250 W Monroe St, Chicago, IL 60624
1
Rating
Students
178
Student-Teacher
8:1
ELA Proficiency
5%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Fernwood Elem School
publicmiddlePK-8
10041 S Union Ave, Chicago, IL 60628
1
Rating
Students
259
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
17%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Randolph Elem School
publicmiddlePK-8
7316 S Hoyne Ave, Chicago, IL 60636
1
Rating
Students
367
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
6%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Fort Dearborn Elem School
publicmiddlePK-8
9025 S Throop St, Chicago, IL 60620
1
Rating
Students
298
Student-Teacher
10:1
ELA Proficiency
7%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Fiske Elem School
publicmiddlePK-8
6020 S Langley Ave, Chicago, IL 60637
1
Rating
Students
373
Student-Teacher
12:1
ELA Proficiency
5%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Field Elem School
publicmiddleGrade 5-8
7019 N Ashland Blvd, Chicago, IL 60626
1
Rating
Students
151
Student-Teacher
11:1
ELA Proficiency
12%
Math Proficiency
N/A
James Farmer Jr. Elementary
publicmiddlePK-8
4214 S Saint Lawrence Ave, Chicago, IL 60653
1
Rating
Students
321
Student-Teacher
16:1
ELA Proficiency
8%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Funston Elem School
publicmiddlePK-8
2010 N Central Park Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
1
Rating
Students
440
Student-Teacher
9:1
ELA Proficiency
6%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Gale Elem Community Academy
publicmiddlePK-8
1631 W Jonquil Ter, Chicago, IL 60626
1
Rating
Students
345
Student-Teacher
11:1
ELA Proficiency
5%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Gallistel Elem Language Academy
publicmiddlePK-8
10347 S Ewing Ave, Chicago, IL 60617
1
Rating
Students
597
Student-Teacher
12:1
ELA Proficiency
11%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Fulton Elem School
publicmiddlePK-8
5300 S Hermitage Ave, Chicago, IL 60609
1
Rating
Students
321
Student-Teacher
10:1
ELA Proficiency
12%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Goethe Elem School
publicmiddlePK-8
2236 N Rockwell St, Chicago, IL 60647
1
Rating
Students
711
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
15%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Gary Elem School
publicmiddleGrade 3-8
3740 W 31St St, Chicago, IL 60623
1
Rating
Students
711
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
17%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Kanoon Elem Magnet School
publicmiddlePK-8
2233 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623
1
Rating
Students
389
Student-Teacher
12:1
ELA Proficiency
10%
Math Proficiency
N/A
White Elem Career Academy
publicmiddlePK-8
1136 W 122Nd St, Chicago, IL 60643
1
Rating
Students
116
Student-Teacher
10:1
ELA Proficiency
7.5%
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.