Everett F Kerr Middle School
304 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Everett F. Kerr Middle School, located at 12915 Maple Ave in Blue Island, Illinois, serves as a central hub for students in grades 6 through 8 within the Cook County School District 130. The school is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive academic environment that prioritizes the social, emotional, and intellectual growth of early adolescents. By offering a diverse curriculum that bridges the transition from elementary education to high school, the faculty at Kerr Middle School focuses on preparing students for future success through a blend of rigorous core subjects, elective opportunities, and extracurricular activities.
Beyond its academic mission, Everett F. Kerr Middle School plays a significant role in the Blue Island community, emphasizing character development and civic responsibility. The school works to cultivate a collaborative partnership between parents, staff, and students to ensure that every learner has access to the resources they need to thrive. Through various initiatives, such as student leadership programs and academic interventions, the school aims to create a welcoming atmosphere where students are encouraged to explore their interests, develop critical thinking skills, and build a strong foundation for their secondary education.
Beyond its academic mission, Everett F. Kerr Middle School plays a significant role in the Blue Island community, emphasizing character development and civic responsibility. The school works to cultivate a collaborative partnership between parents, staff, and students to ensure that every learner has access to the resources they need to thrive. Through various initiatives, such as student leadership programs and academic interventions, the school aims to create a welcoming atmosphere where students are encouraged to explore their interests, develop critical thinking skills, and build a strong foundation for their secondary education.
304
Total Students
29.2
Full-Time Teachers
10.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 22 |
| Hispanic | 244 |
| Black | 37 |
| Two or More | 1 |
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Hispanic244 (80.3%)
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Black37 (12.2%)
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White22 (7.2%)
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Two or More1 (0.3%)
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: | Cook County SD 130 |
| Phone: | (708)385-5959 |
| Website: | http://www.district130.org |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 304 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 29.2 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 10.4 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 0 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
87
Grade 7
108
Grade 8
109
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 87 |
| Grade 7 | 108 |
| Grade 8 | 109 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 147 | 48.4% |
| Male | 157 | 51.6% |
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