Very Good
#794 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 21% in state
Chicago Heights Middle School
Middle School · Chicago Heights SD 170
1020 Dixie Hwy, Chicago Hts, IL 60411
Enrollment
862
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
7.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
862
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
7.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#794 of 3,813
In district
#2 of 10
Chicago Heights SD 170
Academic growth
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Chicago Heights Middle School
Chicago Heights Middle School is a public middle school in Chicago Hts, IL, part of Chicago Heights SD 170. Chicago Heights Middle School serves approximately 862 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Chicago Heights Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #794 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Chicago Heights Middle School show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2021) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- IL avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
56% of students at Chicago Heights 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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Chicago Heights Middle School — Students at Chicago Heights Middle School score 18% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 4%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 5 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 10.0/10.
How Chicago Heights Middle School Compares
See how Chicago Heights Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1020 Dixie Hwy, Chicago Hts, IL 60411
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Chicago Heights Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Lincoln Elem School (rated 8.7/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Chicago Heights), which scores notably higher. Another option is Serena Hills Elem School (rated 7.2/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Chicago Heights), with a comparable rating. Additionally, CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Chicago Heights), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Chicago Hts, see our Chicago Hts schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bloom High School Chicago Heights | 0.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Roosevelt Elem School Chicago Heights | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| ST AGNES SCHOOL Chicago Heights | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Washington-McKinley Elem Sch Chicago Heights | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Jefferson Elem School Chicago Heights | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Greenbriar Elem School Chicago Heights | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| MARIAN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Chicago Heights | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Lincoln Elem School Chicago Heights | 1.0 mi | 8.7 |
| Wilson Elem School Chicago Heights | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Kennedy Elem School Chicago Heights | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Barack Obama Sch of Ldership Chicago Heights | 1.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Garfield Elem School Chicago Heights | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Serena Hills Elem School Chicago Heights | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| U S Grant Elem School South Chicago Heights | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Algonquin Primary Center Park Forest | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
| CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chicago Heights | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| NAZARENE NURSERY SCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Chicago Heights | 1.5 mi | — |
| Winston Churchill School Homewood | 2.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Steger Primary Center South Chicago Heights | 2.4 mi | 2.6 |
| Illinois School Park Forest | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60411 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,627
Median Home Value
$148,200
Median Rent
$1,156/mo
Population
52,395
College Educated
22.4%
Homeownership
65.3%
Avg Commute
35.9 min
Poverty Rate
22.3%
Median Age
35.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Freeburg Elem School Freeburg, IL | 7.6 |
| Heritage Grove Middle School Plainfield, IL | 7.5 |
| Homer Jr High School Homer Glen, IL | 7.5 |
| Monroe Middle School Wheaton, IL | 7.5 |
| Northwood Middle School Highland Park, IL | 7.5 |
| Richardson Middle School Chicago, IL | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Chicago Heights Middle School
What grades does Chicago Heights Middle School serve?
Chicago Heights Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Chicago Heights Middle School?
Chicago Heights Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 862 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Chicago Heights Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Chicago Heights Middle School is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Chicago Heights Middle School rank in IL?
Chicago Heights Middle School ranks #794 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Chicago Heights Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Chicago Heights Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Chicago Heights Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Chicago Heights Middle School has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2021) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
Is Chicago Heights Middle School a charter school?
No, Chicago Heights Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Chicago Heights Middle School a Title I school?
No, Chicago Heights Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Chicago Heights Middle School?
99.0% of students at Chicago Heights 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
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 862
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 64
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 55.6%
- Phone
- (708) 882-0170
Resources & Links
District
Chicago Heights SD 170- District Enrollment
- 2,655
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,859
- District Rank
- #2 of 10
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