Serving 921 students in grades 6-8, Percy Julian Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher 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 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 921 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Percy Julian Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Percy Julian Middle School's student population of 921 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
921 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Percy Julian Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Percy Julian Middle School is 0.67, 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
#625 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)42%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
13%
27%
Black
17%
17%
White
51%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
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 Percy Julian Middle School's ranking?
Percy Julian Middle School is ranked #625 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Percy Julian Middle School often compared to?
Percy Julian Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Percy Julian Middle School?
921 students attend Percy Julian Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Percy Julian Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 16% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Percy Julian Middle School?
Percy Julian Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Percy Julian Middle School offer ?
Percy Julian Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Percy Julian Middle School part of?
Percy Julian Middle School is part of Oak Park ESD 97 School District.
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