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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)18 Schools
Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)2 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 1,089 students at Locke J 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.
Smith W Elem School
publicmiddlePK-8
744 E 103Rd St, Chicago, IL 60628
1
Rating
Students
340
Student-Teacher
10:1
ELA Proficiency
12%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Locke J Elem School
publicmiddlePK-8
2828 N Oak Park Ave, Chicago, IL 60634
1
Rating
Students
1,089
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
17%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Lovett Elem School
publicmiddlePK-8
6333 W Bloomingdale Ave, Chicago, IL 60639
1
Rating
Students
342
Student-Teacher
11:1
ELA Proficiency
10%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Manierre Elem School
publicmiddlePK-8
1420 N Hudson Ave, Chicago, IL 60610
1
Rating
Students
269
Student-Teacher
9:1
ELA Proficiency
5%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Lowell Elem School
publicmiddlePK-8
3320 W Hirsch St, Chicago, IL 60651
1
Rating
Students
311
Student-Teacher
9:1
ELA Proficiency
12%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Madison Elem School
publicmiddlePK-8
7433 S Dorchester Ave, Chicago, IL 60619
1
Rating
Students
224
Student-Teacher
11:1
ELA Proficiency
7.5%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Marquette Elem School
publicmiddlePK-8
6550 S Richmond St, Chicago, IL 60629
1
Rating
Students
1,030
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
11%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Marsh Elem School
publicmiddlePK-8
9822 S Exchange Ave, Chicago, IL 60617
1
Rating
Students
616
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
12%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Mann Elem School
publicmiddlePK-8
8050 S Chappel Ave, Chicago, IL 60617
1
Rating
Students
283
Student-Teacher
12:1
ELA Proficiency
12%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Mason Elem School
publicmiddlePK-8
4217 W 18Th St, Chicago, IL 60623
1
Rating
Students
241
Student-Teacher
11:1
ELA Proficiency
7.5%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Mcpherson Elem School
publicmiddlePK-8
4728 N Wolcott Ave, Chicago, IL 60640
1
Rating
Students
794
Student-Teacher
11:1
ELA Proficiency
19%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Mckay Elem School
publicmiddlePK-8
6901 S Fairfield Ave, Chicago, IL 60629
1
Rating
Students
616
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
8%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Melody Elem School
publicmiddlePK-8
3937 W Wilcox St, Chicago, IL 60624
1
Rating
Students
341
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
5%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Mccutcheon Elem School
publicmiddlePK-8
4865 N Sheridan Rd, Chicago, IL 60640
1
Rating
Students
326
Student-Teacher
8:1
ELA Proficiency
12%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Logan Square Elementary
publicmiddlePK-8
3651 W Schubert Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
1
Rating
Students
630
Student-Teacher
11:1
ELA Proficiency
19%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Mollison Elem School
publicmiddlePK-8
4415 S Dr Martin L King Jr Dr, Chicago, IL 60653
1
Rating
Students
237
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
7.5%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Moos Elem School
publicmiddlePK-8
1711 N California Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
1
Rating
Students
434
Student-Teacher
10:1
ELA Proficiency
10%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Morrill Elem Math & Sci School
publicmiddlePK-8
6011 S Rockwell St, Chicago, IL 60629
1
Rating
Students
600
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
7%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Brown R Elem Community Acad
publicmiddlePK-8
12607 S Union Ave, Chicago, IL 60628
1
Rating
Students
279
Student-Teacher
12:1
ELA Proficiency
7.5%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Mount Vernon Elem School
publicmiddlePK-8
10540 S Morgan St, Chicago, IL 60643
1
Rating
Students
245
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.