Serving 532 students in grades 6-8, Northwest 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 6% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 7% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 532 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northwest Middle School serves the northwest part of Chicago, IL, covering an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, typically around 0.8 miles from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone reaching about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northwest Middle School's student population of 532 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
532 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northwest 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 Northwest Middle School is 0.10, 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
#3301 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2003–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
95%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwest Middle School's ranking?
Northwest Middle School is ranked #3301 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Northwest Middle School often compared to?
Northwest Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hanson Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 7% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Northwest Middle School?
532 students attend Northwest Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Northwest Middle School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northwest Middle School?
Northwest Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Northwest Middle School offer ?
Northwest Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Northwest Middle School part of?
Northwest Middle School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Northwest Middle School located?
Northwest Middle School is located in the Hanson Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 6 other public schools located in Hanson Park.
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