Serving 711 students in grades 6-8, James Hart 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% 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: 711 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
James Hart School's student population of 711 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
711 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
James Hart 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 James Hart School is 0.61, 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
#1603 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-24%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
14%
28%
Black
58%
16%
White
20%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James Hart School's ranking?
James Hart School is ranked #1603 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are James Hart School often compared to?
James Hart Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parker Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend James Hart School?
711 students attend James Hart School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of James Hart School students are Black, 20% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of James Hart School?
James Hart School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does James Hart School offer ?
James Hart School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is James Hart School part of?
James Hart School is part of Homewood SD 153 School District.
School Calendar
View the James Hart School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
No School: Spring Break Begins (Events)
March 31, 2025 (Monday)
Students Return from Spring Break (Events)
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School: Early Dismissal (Events)
June 04, 2025 (Wednesday)
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