Serving 686 students in grades 6-8, Haven Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 40% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is equal to 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 45% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 686 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Haven Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Haven Middle School's student population of 686 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
686 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Year Founded
1927
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 6, 2026
School Rankings
Haven Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Haven Middle School is 0.64, 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
#1089 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
15%
28%
Black
16%
16%
White
55%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
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 Haven Middle School's ranking?
Haven Middle School is ranked #1089 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Haven Middle School often compared to?
Haven Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nichols Middle School, Chute Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Haven Middle School?
686 students attend Haven Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Haven Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Haven Middle School?
Haven Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Haven Middle School offer ?
Haven Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Haven Middle School part of?
Haven Middle School is part of Evanston CCSD 65 School District.
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