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.
720
Total Students
50.0
Full-Time Teachers
14.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Hernandez Middle School
Demographic Student Count
White4
Hispanic704
Black10
American Indian2
  • Hispanic
    704 (97.8%)
  • Black
    10 (1.4%)
  • White
    4 (0.6%)
  • American Indian
    2 (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: Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
Phone: (773)535-8850
Website: http://www.cps.edu
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 720
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 50.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 6 195
Grade 7 251
Grade 8 270
Grade 9 3
Grade 10 1

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Hernandez Middle School
Grade Student Count
Grade 6195
Grade 7251
Grade 8270
Grade 93
Grade 101
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Hernandez Middle School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female37852.5%
Male34247.5%
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