Serving 340 students in grades 6-8, Oliver Mccracken 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 34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 340 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oliver Mccracken Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Oliver Mccracken Middle School's student population of 340 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
340 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Oliver Mccracken Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oliver Mccracken Middle School is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#629 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
32%
6%
Hispanic
15%
29%
Black
10%
16%
White
33%
45%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oliver Mccracken Middle School's ranking?
Oliver Mccracken Middle School is ranked #629 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Oliver Mccracken Middle School often compared to?
Oliver Mccracken Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John Middleton Elementary School, East Prairie Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Oliver Mccracken Middle School?
340 students attend Oliver Mccracken Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Oliver Mccracken Middle School students are White, 32% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oliver Mccracken Middle School?
Oliver Mccracken Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Oliver Mccracken Middle School offer ?
Oliver Mccracken Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Oliver Mccracken Middle School part of?
Oliver Mccracken Middle School is part of Skokie SD 73-5 School District.
School Calendar
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Date
First Day of School: 1st - 8th Grade
August 24, 2026 (Monday)
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