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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 Score26%
🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.
Classroom Attention Ratio
Favorable Class Size (<15:1)15 Schools
Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)4 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 1,263 students at Dirksen Elem School.
- ✓Best student-teacher ratio is 10:1, 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.
Cics - Avalon/South Shore
charter schoolmiddleK-8
1501 E 83Rd Pl, Chicago, IL 60619
1.4
Rating
Students
469
Student-Teacher
27:1
ELA Proficiency
28%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Acero Chtr - Rufino Tamayo Elem
charter schoolmiddleK-8
5135 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60632
1.4
Rating
Students
266
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
27%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Washington G Elem School
publicmiddlePK-8
3611 E 114Th St, Chicago, IL 60617
1.4
Rating
Students
571
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
27%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Dirksen Elem School
publicmiddlePK-8
8601 W Foster Ave, Chicago, IL 60656
1.4
Rating
Students
1,263
Student-Teacher
16:1
ELA Proficiency
27%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Hayt Elem School
publicmiddlePK-8
1518 W Granville Ave, Chicago, IL 60660
1.4
Rating
Students
851
Student-Teacher
12:1
ELA Proficiency
28%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Linne Elem School
publicmiddlePK-8
3221 N Sacramento Ave, Chicago, IL 60618
1.4
Rating
Students
687
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
27%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Holden Elem School
publicmiddlePK-8
1104 W 31St St, Chicago, IL 60608
1.4
Rating
Students
407
Student-Teacher
12:1
ELA Proficiency
28%
Math Proficiency
N/A
National Teachers Elem Academy
publicmiddlePK-8
55 W Cermak Rd, Chicago, IL 60616
1.4
Rating
Students
795
Student-Teacher
16:1
ELA Proficiency
27%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Kellogg Elem School
publicmiddleK-8
9241 S Leavitt St, Chicago, IL 60643
1.4
Rating
Students
299
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
27%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Talman Elem School
publicmiddlePK-8
5450 S Talman Ave, Chicago, IL 60632
1.4
Rating
Students
332
Student-Teacher
11:1
ELA Proficiency
27%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Jahn Elem School
publicmiddlePK-8
3149 N Wolcott Ave, Chicago, IL 60657
1.4
Rating
Students
360
Student-Teacher
10:1
ELA Proficiency
27%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Columbia Explorers Elem Academy
publicmiddlePK-8
4520 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60632
1.3
Rating
Students
718
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
25%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Azuela Elem School
publicmiddleK-8
4707 W Marquette Rd, Chicago, IL 60629
1.3
Rating
Students
690
Student-Teacher
16:1
ELA Proficiency
26%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Zapata Elem Academy
publicmiddlePK-8
2728 S Kostner Ave, Chicago, IL 60623
1.3
Rating
Students
524
Student-Teacher
11:1
ELA Proficiency
26%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Mosaic School Of Fine Arts
publicmiddlePK-8
6710 N Washtenaw Ave, Chicago, IL 60645
1.3
Rating
Students
746
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
25%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Pickard Elem School
publicmiddlePK-8
2301 W 21St Pl, Chicago, IL 60608
1.3
Rating
Students
319
Student-Teacher
10:1
ELA Proficiency
25%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Dixon Elem School
publicmiddlePK-8
8306 S Saint Lawrence Ave, Chicago, IL 60619
1.3
Rating
Students
412
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
25%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Brentano Elem Math & Science Acad
publicmiddlePK-8
2723 N Fairfield Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
1.3
Rating
Students
763
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
25%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Bridge Elem School
publicmiddlePK-8
3800 N New England Ave, Chicago, IL 60634
1.3
Rating
Students
1,100
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
26%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Rogers Elem School
publicmiddlePK-8
7345 N Washtenaw Ave, Chicago, IL 60645
1.3
Rating
Students
790
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
25%
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.