Serving 681 students in grades 6-8, James Hart 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 17% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 681 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: James Hart School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Homewood, IL, covering approximately 4.5 square miles. Families typically reside within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.4 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
James Hart School's student population of 681 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
681 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
James Hart 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 James Hart School is 0.61, 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
#1970 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
57%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
21%
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)33.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. 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 James Hart School's ranking?
James Hart School is ranked #1970 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are James Hart School often compared to?
James Hart Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parker Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend James Hart School?
681 students attend James Hart School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of James Hart School students are Black, 21% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James Hart School?
James Hart School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does James Hart School offer ?
James Hart School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is James Hart School part of?
James Hart School is part of Homewood SD 153 School District.
School Calendar
View the James Hart School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Spring Break Begins
March 29, 2027 (Monday)
Teachers and Students return from Spring Break
April 05, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day of School (early student dismissal) (60 student attendance days)
June 04, 2027 (Friday)
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