Serving 1,090 students in grades 6-8, Oak Lawn-hometown Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,090 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oak Lawn-hometown Middle School's student population of 1,090 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,090 students
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Oak Lawn-hometown Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oak Lawn-hometown Middle School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1787 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
48%
29%
Black
9%
16%
White
37%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oak Lawn-hometown Middle School's ranking?
Oak Lawn-hometown Middle School is ranked #1787 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Oak Lawn-hometown Middle School?
1,090 students attend Oak Lawn-hometown Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Oak Lawn-hometown Middle School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oak Lawn-hometown Middle School?
Oak Lawn-hometown Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Oak Lawn-hometown Middle School offer ?
Oak Lawn-hometown Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Oak Lawn-hometown Middle School part of?
Oak Lawn-hometown Middle School is part of Oak Lawn-Hometown SD 123 School District.
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