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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)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 844 students at Richardson Middle School.
- ✓Best student-teacher ratio is 6:1, 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.
Providence-Englewood Elem Charter
charter schoolmiddleK-8
6515 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60636
1
Rating
Students
428
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
6%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Frazier Perspectives Magnet Es
publicmiddleK-8
4027 W Grenshaw St, Chicago, IL 60624
1
Rating
Students
129
Student-Teacher
6:1
ELA Proficiency
12%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Catalyst Charter-Circle Rock Es
charter schoolmiddleK-8
5608 W Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL 60644
1
Rating
Students
512
Student-Teacher
18:1
ELA Proficiency
10%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Plato Learning Acad Elem School
publicmiddleK-8
5545 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60644
1
Rating
Students
157
Student-Teacher
19:1
ELA Proficiency
5%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Davis M Magnet Elem School
publicmiddlePK-8
6740 S Paulina St, Chicago, IL 60636
1
Rating
Students
120
Student-Teacher
7:1
ELA Proficiency
12%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Prieto Math-Science Elem Sch
publicmiddlePK-8
2231 N Central Ave, Chicago, IL 60639
1
Rating
Students
733
Student-Teacher
12:1
ELA Proficiency
10%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Hernandez Middle School
publicmiddleGrade 6-8
3510 W 55Th St, Chicago, IL 60632
1
Rating
Students
720
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
12%
Math Proficiency
N/A
South Shore Fine Arts Elem Sch
publicmiddlePK-8
1415 E 70Th St, Chicago, IL 60637
1
Rating
Students
224
Student-Teacher
9:1
ELA Proficiency
12%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Camras Elem School
publicmiddlePK-8
3000 N Mango Ave, Chicago, IL 60634
1
Rating
Students
702
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
13%
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 - 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 - Irving Park Campus
charter schoolmiddleK-8
3820 N Spaulding Ave, Chicago, IL 60618
1
Rating
Students
453
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
20%
Math Proficiency
N/A
Cics - Wrightwood
charter schoolmiddleK-8
8130 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60652
1
Rating
Students
614
Student-Teacher
20:1
ELA Proficiency
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.