Serving 320 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 top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 320 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Top 1% in IL)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Everett F Kerr Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Everett F Kerr Middle School's student population of 320 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
320 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Everett F Kerr Middle School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)12%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)35%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
75%
27%
Black
17%
17%
White
7%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% IL state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% IL state average).
How many students attend Everett F Kerr Middle School?
320 students attend Everett F Kerr Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Everett F Kerr Middle School students are Hispanic, 17% 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 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
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.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School for Pre-K Students
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
Last Day of School Half Day for Students and Paraprofessionals
June 03, 2024 (Monday)
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