Serving 598 students in grades 6-8, Chute Middle 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 25% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 598 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chute Middle School serves the southwest part of Evanston, IL, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 2.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.2 miles to the school's edges and a maximum distance of 2.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chute Middle School's student population of 598 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
598 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Child, Every Day, Whatever It Takes
School Rankings
Chute Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chute Middle School is 0.75, which is more 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
#1305 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
28%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
29%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
29%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chute Middle School's ranking?
Chute Middle School is ranked #1305 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Chute Middle School often compared to?
Chute Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nichols Middle School, Haven Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Chute Middle School?
598 students attend Chute Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Chute Middle School students are Black, 29% of students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chute Middle School?
Chute Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chute Middle School offer ?
Chute Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Chute Middle School part of?
Chute Middle School is part of Evanston CCSD 65 School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
My son's experience at Chute Middle School has been phenomenal. He struggled through elementary school and we were bracing ourselves when he entered 6th grade. His experience in middle school was totally different - he is actually enjoying school while being significantly more successful.
This is in large part due to a school culture of teamwork and a problem-solving approach. In this school, No Child Left Behind actually means something rather than being a catchphrase handed down from on high by some pundit. Every child is valued, and every child is held accountable.
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