NICHOLS MIDDLE SCHOOL

Nichols Middle School is a public middle school that is part of the Evanston CCSD 65 school district, located in Evanston, IL with about 725 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 58 teachers, Nichols 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.

Nichols Middle School, located at 800 Greenleaf St in Evanston, Illinois, serves as a central component of the Evanston/Skokie School District 65. The school is known for fostering a diverse and inclusive learning environment that reflects the unique cultural fabric of the Evanston community. By prioritizing academic rigor alongside social-emotional development, Nichols aims to prepare its students for the transition to high school by encouraging critical thinking, collaboration, and a sense of responsibility toward their local and global communities.

Beyond its core curriculum, Nichols Middle School emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience through a variety of extracurricular activities, arts programs, and athletics. The school places a strong focus on equity, striving to provide all students—regardless of their background—with the resources and support necessary to succeed. With its dedicated faculty and commitment to community engagement, Nichols acts as a foundational hub that seeks to inspire curiosity and cultivate lifelong learners in a supportive, student-centered atmosphere.

For more information, contact Nichols Middle School at (847) 859-8660 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

800 Greenleaf St
Evanston, IL 60202-1334
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NICHOLS MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school in Evanston, IL with about 725 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Illinois

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Evanston CCSD 65
Total Students:
725
Teachers:
58.11
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 725 students

White
50.2%
Hispanic/Latino
18.9%
Black or African American
17.4%
Two or more races
9.4%
Asian
3.7%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%

Female
47.9%
Male
52.1%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.