Serving 518 students in grades 6-8, Northwest 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 7% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 518 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northwest Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Northwest Middle School's student population of 518 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
518 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northwest 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 Northwest Middle School is 0.13, which is less 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
#3089 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)6-9%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
93%
28%
Black
4%
16%
White
2%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwest Middle School's ranking?
Northwest Middle School is ranked #3089 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Northwest Middle School often compared to?
Northwest Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hanson Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 7% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Northwest Middle School?
518 students attend Northwest Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Northwest Middle School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northwest Middle School?
Northwest Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Northwest Middle School offer ?
Northwest Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Northwest Middle School part of?
Northwest Middle School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Northwest Middle School located?
Northwest Middle School is located in the Hanson Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 6 other public schools located in Hanson Park.
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