Hernandez Middle School

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.
856
Total Students
56.5
Full-Time Teachers
15.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Hernandez Middle School
Demographic Student Count
White7
Hispanic831
Black15
Asian1
American Indian2
  • Hispanic
    831 (97.1 %)
  • Black
    15 (1.8 %)
  • White
    7 (0.8 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.2 %)
  • Asian
    1 (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

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Hernandez Middle School
Grade Student Count
Grade 6256
Grade 7258
Grade 8340
Grade 91
Grade 111
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Hernandez Middle School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female42649.8%
Male43050.2%
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