Serving 460 students in grades 6-8, Coolidge 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 11% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (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 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 460 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Coolidge Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Harvey, IL, encompassing approximately 4.7 square miles. Most families are within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.5 miles to the zone's edge and a furthest point of 2.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Coolidge Middle School's student population of 460 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
460 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Coolidge Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Coolidge Middle School is 0.47, 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
#2712 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
34%
29%
Black
65%
16%
White
1%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Coolidge Middle School's ranking?
Coolidge Middle School is ranked #2712 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Coolidge Middle School often compared to?
Coolidge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rosa L Parks Middle School, Rickover Jr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Coolidge Middle School?
460 students attend Coolidge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Coolidge Middle School students are Black, 34% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Coolidge Middle School?
Coolidge Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Coolidge Middle School offer ?
Coolidge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Coolidge Middle School part of?
Coolidge Middle School is part of South Holland SD 151 School District.
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