Very Good
#1036 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 27% in state
Stevenson Middle School
Middle School · Maywood-Melrose Park-Broadview 89
1630 N 20th Ave, Melrose Park, IL 60160
Enrollment
633
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
7.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
633
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
7.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#1,036 of 3,813
In Melrose Park
#1 of 6
public schools
In district
#4 of 9
Maywood-Melrose Park-Broadview 89
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Stevenson Middle School
Stevenson Middle School is a public middle school in Melrose Park, IL, part of Maywood-Melrose Park-Broadview 89. Stevenson Middle School serves approximately 633 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Stevenson Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,036 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Stevenson Middle School show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2019) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 7.3
- IL avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Stevenson Middle School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 9.9:1 students to teachers, Stevenson Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
35% of students at Stevenson 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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Stevenson Middle School — Students at Stevenson Middle School score 13% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 9 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.8/10.
How Stevenson Middle School Compares
See how Stevenson Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1630 N 20th Ave, Melrose Park, IL 60160
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Stevenson Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Irving Middle School (rated 7.3/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Maywood), with a very similar rating. Another option is Hester Jr High School (rated 7.3/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Franklin Park), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Roosevelt Middle School (rated 4.6/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Bellwood), a more accessible option. For more schools in Melrose Park, see our Melrose Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ALPHA AND OMEGA LEARNING CENTER Melrose Park | 0.2 mi | — |
| JOSEPH ACADEMY-MELROSE PARK Melrose Park | 0.5 mi | 4.7 |
| JOSEPH ACADEMY Melrose Park | 0.5 mi | — |
| Melrose Park Elem School Melrose Park | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Jane Addams Elem School Melrose Park | 0.7 mi | 3.7 |
| WALTHER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Melrose Park | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Grant Elem School Melrose Park | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Lincoln Elem School Maywood | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Thurgood Marshall Elem School Bellwood | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Grant Primary Stone Park | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Roosevelt Middle School Bellwood | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Dan H Pietrini Elem School Franklin Park | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Rhodes Elem School River Grove | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Scott Elementary School Melrose Park | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Washington Dual Language Academy Maywood | 1.6 mi | 8.3 |
| McKinley Elem School Bellwood | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Irving Middle School Maywood | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Hester Jr High School Franklin Park | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Passow Elementary School Franklin Park | 1.9 mi | 8.4 |
| MAYWOOD MARGERY DAW DAY CARE Maywood | 1.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60160 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,740
Median Home Value
$265,000
Median Rent
$1,194/mo
Population
24,513
College Educated
14.7%
Homeownership
57.3%
Avg Commute
28.1 min
Poverty Rate
10.4%
Median Age
35
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Hester Jr High School Franklin Park, IL | 7.3 |
| Irving Middle School Maywood, IL | 7.3 |
| Lombard Middle School Galesburg, IL | 7.3 |
| Manteno Middle School Manteno, IL | 7.3 |
| Prairie Knolls Middle Sch Elgin, IL | 7.3 |
| Prairie View Middle School Tinley Park, IL | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Stevenson Middle School
What grades does Stevenson Middle School serve?
Stevenson Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Stevenson Middle School?
Stevenson Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 633 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Stevenson Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Stevenson Middle School is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Stevenson Middle School rank in IL?
Stevenson Middle School ranks #1,036 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Stevenson Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Stevenson Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Stevenson Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Stevenson Middle School has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2019) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
Is Stevenson Middle School a charter school?
No, Stevenson Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Stevenson Middle School a Title I school?
No, Stevenson Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Stevenson Middle School?
61.0% of students at Stevenson 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
- 633
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 64
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.6%
- Phone
- (708) 450-2053
Resources & Links
District
Maywood-Melrose Park-Broadview 89- District Enrollment
- 4,153
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,096
- District Rank
- #4 of 9
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