Serving 933 students in grades 6-8, Brooks Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 933 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brooks Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Brooks Middle School's student population of 933 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 93 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
933 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Brooks Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brooks Middle School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1066 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)27%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
41%
27%
Black
31%
17%
White
15%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brooks Middle School's ranking?
Brooks Middle School is ranked #1066 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Brooks Middle School often compared to?
Brooks Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hubert H Humphrey Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Brooks Middle School?
933 students attend Brooks Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Brooks Middle School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brooks Middle School?
Brooks Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Brooks Middle School offer ?
Brooks Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Brooks Middle School part of?
Brooks Middle School is part of Valley View CUSD 365u School District.
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