GWENDOLYN BROOKS MIDDLE SCHOOL

Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Oak Park ESD 97 school district, located in Oak Park, IL with about 966 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 71 teachers, Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School, located in Oak Park, Illinois, serves as a vibrant educational hub for students in grades 6 through 8. As part of Oak Park Elementary School District 97, the school is deeply integrated into a community known for its strong commitment to public education, diversity, and the arts. The school is named in honor of the renowned poet and Pulitzer Prize winner Gwendolyn Brooks, a legacy that the school seeks to uphold by fostering an environment that encourages intellectual curiosity, creative expression, and social responsibility among its student body.

Academically, the school offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for the rigors of high school while addressing their developmental needs during the middle school years. Beyond the classroom, Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School emphasizes a holistic approach to student growth, offering a wide array of extracurricular activities, including athletics, music programs, and various student-led clubs. By balancing academic rigor with a supportive social-emotional framework, the school aims to cultivate well-rounded, thoughtful citizens who are prepared to contribute positively to their local and global communities.

For more information, contact Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School at (708) 524-3050 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.