COLIN POWELL MIDDLE SCHOOL

Colin Powell Middle Sch is a Title I public middle school that is part of the ESD 159 school district, located in Matteson, IL with about 647 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 51 teachers, Colin Powell Middle Sch 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.

Colin Powell Middle School, located at 20600 Matteson Avenue in Matteson, Illinois, serves as a key educational institution within School District 162. Named in honor of the late U.S. Secretary of State and General Colin L. Powell, the school is committed to fostering an environment of academic excellence, leadership, and personal responsibility. The campus is designed to support the developmental needs of middle school students, offering a curriculum that balances core academic subjects—such as mathematics, science, and language arts—with opportunities for creative and extracurricular growth.

Beyond its academic offerings, Colin Powell Middle School emphasizes the importance of community and character development. The school utilizes a variety of programs and initiatives to prepare students for the transition to high school, focusing on critical thinking, social-emotional learning, and civic engagement. By providing a structured and supportive atmosphere, the administration and faculty aim to empower a diverse student body to succeed both inside the classroom and as contributing members of the broader Matteson community.

For more information, contact Colin Powell Middle Sch at (708) 283-9600 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.