Colin Powell Middle School

Colin Powell Middle School

Public Middle School | Grade 6-8
20600 Matteson Ave,  Matteson, IL
Elementary School District No. 159
3.8
3.7
593 Students
C
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Ms. Kimberly Johnson
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Math Proficiency
7.5%
Reading Proficiency
22%

Niche Grade

C
Academics
B-
Teachers
Source: Niche
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Academics
Reading Proficiency
22%
Math Proficiency
7.5%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers
44
Full Time Teachers
44
Teachers in First or Second Year
12.1%

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
328:1

Student Diversity

Male
50.2%
Female
49.8%
Black
84.8%
Hispanic
11.1%
Two or more races
2.6%
White
1.5%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.8 13 Reviews
4.0 NicheUser
1/25/2015
The teachers at this school are very helpful and they always have open ears to any problems that the students may be having and the teachers always communicate with each other on how they think the students are doing regarding their academic responsibilities.The teachers are always after school in case any students need help with anything and they also willingly free their lunch time to help kids with their problems.
3.0 NicheUser
1/25/2015
The teachers at this school have excellent teaching styles. Some of the teachers have different teaching styles so that the students won't get bored going from class to class.
3.0 NicheUser
1/25/2015
This school dosen't have a workout room because of it being a middle school but right next to the school is a community center so I do know that the school and community center has worked out some things so that the kids are open to exercise.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.7 13 Reviews
4.0 other
4/9/2025
dont let these ratings fool you, cpms is one of the best middle schools in the south suburbs. So many achievements in sports, a cafeteria bigger than most high schools, two gyms, and the lunch food was actually very good. I would even argue that Collin Powell is more complete than another nearby sch...
5.0 student
10/2/2024
I love this school it was so fun being in this school especially with MS harms and Mr Gorman they were so fun and nice and the rest are fun also but I love those two as my favorite teacher and MS boney and MS Warfield love all
1.0 parent
5/17/2022
This has been the absolute worse experience. Ever since my child started this school in the middle of 6th grade (transferred from Sutherland), he has cried and had multiple mental breakdowns. The teachers are EXTREMELY rude and degrade the students. I am stressed out regularly due to frustration of...
5.0 parent
6/25/2021
Great school if you want your child to have a good future

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Colin Powell Middle School is a public school for students in grades 6-8 in Matteson, IL and is served by the Elementary School District No. 159 in Illinois. The school has a total enrollment of 593 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 13:1. Academic records show that 7.5% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 22% are proficient in reading. Colin Powell Middle School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C and a GreatSchools Rating of 1 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $284,967. Discover additional schools in the area, like Rich Township Highschool, Rich Township Star Academy, Homewood-Flossmoor High School, and more. Learn more about what Matteson has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Colin Powell Middle School.

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