Serving 1,330 students in grades 6-8, Harlem 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 19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (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.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,330 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harlem Middle School's student population of 1,330 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 93 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,330 students
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Harlem 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 Harlem Middle School is 0.52, 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
#1989 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
16%
29%
Black
8%
16%
White
67%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Harlem Ud 122 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harlem Middle School's ranking?
Harlem Middle School is ranked #1989 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Harlem Middle School often compared to?
Harlem Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thurgood Marshall School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Harlem Middle School?
1,330 students attend Harlem Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Harlem Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harlem Middle School?
Harlem Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Harlem Middle School offer ?
Harlem Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Harlem Middle School part of?
Harlem Middle School is part of Harlem Ud 122 School District.
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