Serving 902 students in grades 6-8, Percy Julian 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 37% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher 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 46% 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: 902 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Percy Julian Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Percy Julian Middle School's student population of 902 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
902 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
School Rankings
Percy Julian Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Percy Julian 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
#831 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
14%
28%
Black
16%
17%
White
54%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
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 Percy Julian Middle School's ranking?
Percy Julian Middle School is ranked #831 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Percy Julian Middle School often compared to?
Percy Julian Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Percy Julian Middle School?
902 students attend Percy Julian Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Percy Julian Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Percy Julian Middle School?
Percy Julian Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Percy Julian Middle School offer ?
Percy Julian Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Percy Julian Middle School part of?
Percy Julian Middle School is part of Oak Park ESD 97 School District.
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