Serving 949 students in grades 6-8, Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 949 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School's student population of 949 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
949 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School is 0.66, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#634 out of 3663 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
14%
27%
Black
19%
17%
White
52%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 is Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School's ranking?
Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School is ranked #634 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School often compared to?
Gwendolyn Brooks Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roosevelt School, Percy Julian Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School?
949 students attend Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School?
Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School offer ?
Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School part of?
Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School is part of Oak Park ESD 97 School District.
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Last Day of School
June 04, 2024 (Tuesday)
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