Serving 334 students in grades 6-8, Nathan Hale 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 9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than 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 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 334 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nathan Hale Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Nathan Hale Middle School's student population of 334 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
334 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nathan Hale 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 Nathan Hale Middle School is 0.65, 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
#2648 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
50%
29%
Black
22%
16%
White
25%
45%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nathan Hale Middle School's ranking?
Nathan Hale Middle School is ranked #2648 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Nathan Hale Middle School?
334 students attend Nathan Hale Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Nathan Hale Middle School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 22% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nathan Hale Middle School?
Nathan Hale Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Nathan Hale Middle School offer ?
Nathan Hale Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Nathan Hale Middle School part of?
Nathan Hale Middle School is part of Cook County SD 130 School District.
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