Serving 319 students in grades 5-8, Rosa L Parks 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 2% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 4% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 32:1 is higher than 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: 5-8
- Enrollment: 319 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 32:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Top 1% in IL)
- Reading Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rosa L Parks Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Rosa L Parks Middle School's student population of 319 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 64% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
319 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Rosa L Parks Middle School is 0.51, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)2%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
32:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
48%
28%
Black
51%
16%
White
1%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Rosa L Parks Middle School often compared to?
Rosa L Parks Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coolidge Middle School, Rickover Jr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% IL state average), while 4% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Rosa L Parks Middle School?
319 students attend Rosa L Parks Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Rosa L Parks Middle School students are Black, 48% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rosa L Parks Middle School?
Rosa L Parks Middle School has a student ration of 32:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rosa L Parks Middle School offer ?
Rosa L Parks Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Rosa L Parks Middle School part of?
Rosa L Parks Middle School is part of W Harvey-Dixmoor PSD 147 School District.
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