Serving 981 students in grades 6-8, Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 36% (which is higher 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 52% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 981 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- 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
Diversity
School Overview
Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School's student population of 981 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
981 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Year Founded
1893
School Rankings
Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School is 0.69, 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
#907 out of 3426 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
18%
28%
Black
19%
16%
White
48%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School's ranking?
Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School is ranked #907 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School often compared to?
Gwendolyn Brooks Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Percy Julian Middle School, Roosevelt 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 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School?
981 students attend Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School?
Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
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 for Students
June 04, 2025 (Wednesday)
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