NATHAN HALE MIDDLE SCHOOL

Nathan Hale Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Cook County SD 130 school district, located in Crestwood, IL with about 406 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 32 teachers, Nathan Hale Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Nathan Hale Middle School, located in Crestwood, Illinois, serves as a key educational institution within the Alsip-Hazelgreen-Oak Lawn School District 126. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that bridges the gap between elementary education and high school, focusing on the social, emotional, and academic development of students in grades 6 through 8. By emphasizing a rigorous curriculum alongside character development, the school aims to prepare its diverse student body for the challenges of secondary education and beyond.

In addition to its core academic programs, Nathan Hale Middle School places a strong value on community engagement and extracurricular involvement. The school offers a variety of clubs, athletic programs, and enrichment activities designed to help students discover their unique interests and talents. With a commitment to maintaining open communication between staff, parents, and the surrounding Crestwood community, the school strives to create a collaborative atmosphere where every student is encouraged to achieve their personal best and develop into a responsible, contributing member of society.

For more information, contact Nathan Hale Middle School at (708) 385-6690 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.