For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 735 students in Chatham, IL.
The top-ranked public middle school in Chatham, IL is Glenwood Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Chatham, IL public middle school have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in Chatham have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Middle Schools in Chatham, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Glenwood Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
595 Chatham Rd
Chatham, IL 62629
(217) 483-2481
Chatham, IL 62629
(217) 483-2481
Gr: 7-8 | 735 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Chatham, IL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Chatham, IL include Glenwood Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in Chatham?
1 public middle schools are located in Chatham.
What is the racial composition of students in Chatham?
Chatham public middle schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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