Below Average
#3516 of 3,813 schools in IL
Brooks Middle School
Middle School · Harvey SD 152
14741 Wallace St, Harvey, IL 60426
Enrollment
452
Student-Teacher
18.1:1
Score
4.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
452
Student-Teacher
18.1:1
Score
4.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,516 of 3,813
In Harvey
#5 of 8
public schools
In district
#3 of 6
Harvey SD 152
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About Brooks Middle School
Brooks Middle School is a public middle school in Harvey, IL, part of Harvey SD 152. Brooks Middle School serves approximately 452 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 18.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Brooks Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,516 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Brooks Middle School show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- IL avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
43% of students at Brooks Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Brooks Middle School — Students at Brooks Middle School score 6% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 14%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.5/10.
How Brooks Middle School Compares
See how Brooks Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
14741 Wallace St, Harvey, IL 60426
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brooks Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Washington Junior High (rated 6.9/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Riverdale), which scores notably higher. Another option is Coolidge Middle School (rated 5.2/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Phoenix), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Roosevelt Junior High School (rated 4.5/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Dolton), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Harvey, see our Harvey schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ZION BUDS OF PROMISE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY South Holland | 0.2 mi | — |
| STANDBERRY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Harvey | 0.3 mi | — |
| Roosevelt Elem School Dolton | 0.6 mi | 3.4 |
| Roosevelt Junior High School Dolton | 0.6 mi | 4.5 |
| UNDER CARREY'S CARE #1 Riverdale | 0.9 mi | — |
| Bryant Elem School Harvey | 0.7 mi | 3.6 |
| Coolidge Middle School Phoenix | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Thornton Township High School Harvey | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Park Elementary School Riverdale | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Riverdale School Riverdale | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Washington Elem School Riverdale | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Washington Junior High Riverdale | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Whittier Elem School Harvey | 1.2 mi | 3.6 |
| Early Childhood Cntr Dolton | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Holmes Elem School Harvey | 1.6 mi | 4.3 |
| Franklin Elementary School Dolton | 1.3 mi | 3.4 |
| Gen George Patton Elem School Riverdale | 1.8 mi | 4.7 |
| FIDLEY DE FIDLEY DO ACADEMY Harvey | 1.3 mi | — |
| CALVARY ACADEMY South Holland | 1.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Taft School Harvey | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60426 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$40,995
Median Home Value
$88,500
Median Rent
$987/mo
Population
23,066
College Educated
9.9%
Homeownership
56.8%
Avg Commute
29.8 min
Poverty Rate
23.8%
Median Age
36.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Carbondale Middle School Carbondale, IL | 4.0 |
| Edison Junior High School Pekin, IL | 4.0 |
| Harvard Jr High School Harvard, IL | 4.0 |
| Pleasant Plains Middle School Pleasant Plains, IL | 4.0 |
| Columbia Central School Steger, IL | 4.1 |
| Geneseo Middle School Geneseo, IL | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brooks Middle School
What grades does Brooks Middle School serve?
Brooks Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Brooks Middle School?
Brooks Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 452 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brooks Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Brooks Middle School is 18.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Brooks Middle School rank in IL?
Brooks Middle School ranks #3,516 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Brooks Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Brooks Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Brooks Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Brooks Middle School has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Brooks Middle School a charter school?
No, Brooks Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Brooks Middle School a Title I school?
No, Brooks Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brooks Middle School?
76.3% of students at Brooks Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 452
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.9%
- Phone
- (708) 333-6390
Resources & Links
District
Harvey SD 152- District Enrollment
- 1,544
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,475
- District Rank
- #3 of 6
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