Serving 324 students in grades 6-8, Everett F Kerr 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 top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 33%). 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 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 324 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Top 1% in IL)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Everett F Kerr Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Everett F Kerr Middle School's student population of 324 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
324 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Everett F Kerr Middle School is 0.36, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)12%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
79%
28%
Black
13%
16%
White
8%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% IL state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Everett F Kerr Middle School?
324 students attend Everett F Kerr Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Everett F Kerr Middle School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, and 8% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Everett F Kerr Middle School?
Everett F Kerr Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Everett F Kerr Middle School offer ?
Everett F Kerr Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Everett F Kerr Middle School part of?
Everett F Kerr Middle School is part of Cook County SD 130 School District.
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