Serving 320 students in grades 5-8, Rosa L Parks 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 3% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 4% (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.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 320 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rosa L Parks Middle School's student population of 320 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
320 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rosa L Parks 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 Rosa L Parks Middle School is 0.50, which is less 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
#3500 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
48%
29%
Black
52%
16%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rosa L Parks Middle School's ranking?
Rosa L Parks Middle School is ranked #3500 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Rosa L Parks Middle School often compared to?
Rosa L Parks Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coolidge Middle School, Rickover Jr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 4% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Rosa L Parks Middle School?
320 students attend Rosa L Parks Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Rosa L Parks Middle School students are Black, and 48% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rosa L Parks Middle School?
Rosa L Parks Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rosa L Parks Middle School offer ?
Rosa L Parks Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Rosa L Parks Middle School part of?
Rosa L Parks Middle School is part of W Harvey-Dixmoor PSD 147 School District.
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