Serving 304 students in grades 6-8, Everett F Kerr 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 18% (which is lower 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 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 304 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Everett F Kerr Middle School serves the eastern part of Blue Island, IL, covering an attendance area of approximately 0.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 0.7 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching a maximum distance of 1 mile.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Everett F Kerr Middle School's student population of 304 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
304 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Everett F Kerr 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 Everett F Kerr Middle School is 0.34, 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
#2602 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
80%
29%
Black
12%
16%
White
7%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Everett F Kerr Middle School's ranking?
Everett F Kerr Middle School is ranked #2602 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
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 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Everett F Kerr Middle School?
304 students attend Everett F Kerr Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Everett F Kerr Middle School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Everett F Kerr Middle School?
Everett F Kerr Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Everett F Kerr Middle School offer ?
Everett F Kerr Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Everett F Kerr Middle School part of?
Everett F Kerr Middle School is part of Cook County SD 130 School District.
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