Hernandez Middle School
856 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Hernandez Middle School, located in the West Elsdon neighborhood of Chicago, is a public school serving students in grades 6 through 8 as part of the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) district. The school is known for its commitment to providing a structured learning environment that focuses on academic growth and social-emotional development. By offering a curriculum aligned with district standards, Hernandez Middle School aims to prepare its diverse student body for the rigors of high school and beyond, emphasizing core subjects while supporting students through various extracurricular opportunities.
The school plays a vital role in its local community, acting as a neighborhood hub that fosters collaboration between educators, parents, and students. Like many schools in the CPS system, Hernandez Middle School places a high value on equity and inclusion, striving to provide necessary resources and support services to ensure every student can succeed regardless of their background. Through its dedication to fostering a positive school culture, the staff at Hernandez works to instill a sense of pride and responsibility in its students as they navigate their formative middle school years.
The school plays a vital role in its local community, acting as a neighborhood hub that fosters collaboration between educators, parents, and students. Like many schools in the CPS system, Hernandez Middle School places a high value on equity and inclusion, striving to provide necessary resources and support services to ensure every student can succeed regardless of their background. Through its dedication to fostering a positive school culture, the staff at Hernandez works to instill a sense of pride and responsibility in its students as they navigate their formative middle school years.
856
Total Students
56.5
Full-Time Teachers
15.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 7 |
| Hispanic | 831 |
| Black | 15 |
| Asian | 1 |
| American Indian | 2 |
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Hispanic831 (97.1 %)
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Black15 (1.8 %)
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White7 (0.8 %)
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American Indian2 (0.2 %)
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Asian1 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | City of Chicago SD 299 |
| Phone: | (773)535-8850 |
| Website: | http://www.cps.edu |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 856 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 56.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 15.2 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 0 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
256
Grade 7
258
Grade 8
340
Grade 9
1
Grade 11
1
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 256 |
| Grade 7 | 258 |
| Grade 8 | 340 |
| Grade 9 | 1 |
| Grade 11 | 1 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 426 | 49.8% |
| Male | 430 | 50.2% |
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