Serving 586 students in grades 6-8, Colin Powell Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 54% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 586 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Colin Powell Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Colin Powell Middle School's student population of 586 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
586 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Colin Powell Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Colin Powell Middle School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2450 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)6-9%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
11%
28%
Black
85%
16%
White
1%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Colin Powell Middle School's ranking?
Colin Powell Middle School is ranked #2450 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Colin Powell Middle School?
586 students attend Colin Powell Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Colin Powell Middle School students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Colin Powell Middle School?
Colin Powell Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Colin Powell Middle School offer ?
Colin Powell Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Colin Powell Middle School part of?
Colin Powell Middle School is part of ESD 159 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Fall Break - No School (Events)
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Fall Break - No School (Events)
November 26, 2024 (Tuesday)
Fall Break - No School (Events)
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
Fall Break - No School (Events)
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
Fall Break - No School (Events)
November 29, 2024 (Friday)
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