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Nichols Middle School

800 Greenleaf St, Evanston, IL, 60202

About Nichols Middle School

Nichols Middle School is located at 1835 Forest Avenue in the southwest area of Evanston, Illinois. The school serves students in grades 6 to 8 and enrolls approximately 637 students. Classroom instruction operates with a student–teacher ratio near 9:1, allowing teachers to maintain steady academic support. Academic results indicate that about 44% of students meet math proficiency and roughly 49% meet reading proficiency. The student body is 54% male and 46% female. The???????????????? school is famous for creating a cooperative environment, which is an excellent motivational factor for students to become self-directed learners and to develop both their academic and social skills. The houses surrounding the school typically range in price from $500,000 to $880,000, suggesting that the area consists of established residential neighborhoods featuring tree-lined streets and proximity to local parks and other amenities. Parents mostly talk of the school’s involvement, which not only ensures students’ academic progress but also their personal growth through the acquisition of confidence and organizational skills as they move up in the middle grades. Based on excellent academic results and a positive school culture, Nichols Middle School can be ranked among the top middle schools in ????????????????Illinois.

Contact Information

Address

800 Greenleaf St, Evanston, IL, 60202

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Phone

(847) 859-8661

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 44%
Reading 49%
State average proficiency is 44% in Math and 49% in Reading.
68
Full-time Teachers
9 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
2
Teachers In First Or Second Year (yrs)
637
Total Students
$66456
Avg. Teacher Salary

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at Nichols Middle School

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Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
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More likely to persue STEM Careers
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Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
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School Ratings

Ranked

136

of 230 in Illinois

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:30 a.m. – 3:15 p.m.

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 45.84%
Asian 3.14%
Hispanic 22.76%
Black 16.64%
Two+ Races 10.68%
Native Am. 0%
White
45.84%
Asian
3.14%
Hispanic
22.76%
Black
16.64%
Two+ Races
10.68%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 637
46%
293 Female
53.22%
339 Male

Student Population

637 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 9 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Remarkable Alumni

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Nichols Middle School celebrated achievement in environmental science, with students earning district awards for sustainability projects. The school also received recognition for its community musical.

FAQ

Q1. What sustainability programs exist at Nichols?

Ans. Eco clubs and green initiatives teach environmental care.

Q2. Are advanced courses offered?

Ans. Accelerated math and literacy options challenge students.

Q3. How are peer relations supported?

Ans. Mediation groups and SEL lessons strengthen relationships.

Q4. What extracurriculars are popular?

Ans. Robotics, gardening, theater, and academic teams.

Q5. How does tech support learning?

Ans. Digital tools enhance collaboration and research.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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