Colin Powell Middle School

Colin Powell Middle School has 668 students in grades 6-8 serving the Matteson, IL area.

In Matteson Illinois Colin Powell Middle School offers a variety of sports for the students.

Colin Powell Middle School in Matteson, IL has a modern façade with many architectural details.

Colin Powell Middle School

Public Middle School | Grade 6-8

20600 Matteson Ave, Matteson, IL

Old Matteson Neighborhood

Elementary School District No. 159

3.8

3.7

593 Students

Niche Grade

GreatSchools Rating

School Details

Head of School
Ms. Kimberly Johnson

Student Teacher Ratio
13:1

Math Proficiency
7.5%

Reading Proficiency
22%

Academics

B-

Teachers

Source: Niche

Niche Grade Details

Academics

Reading Proficiency

22%

Math Proficiency

7.5%

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio

13:1

Teachers

Full Time Teachers

Teachers in First or Second Year

12.1%

Test Scores

Equity

Source: GreatSchools

GreatSchools Rating Details

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

4.0

1/17/2025

It's a good school to go to their sports are the best great teachers,great environment its a really good school to go

5.0 NicheUser

1/25/2015

The extracurricular activities at this school are widely varied and are supported by not only alot of staff but alot of students support the teams.

3.0 NicheUser

1/25/2015

They don't have a wide variety of food in the cafeteria but I know that they have changed things up regarding the food they serve and their health importance.

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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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List Price Range

$131K - $495K

Homes For Sale

Average Home Value

$285,252

Median Lot Size

7,840 Sq Ft

% Renters

31%

Average Household Income

$91,453

% of College Grads

36.7%

Median Age

Average House Size

2,679 Sq Ft

% Commercial Property

68.7%

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$12,323 per month

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Parking Lot

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Illinois Cook County Matteson 60443 Old Matteson

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. Annual tuition is $0. 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 $285,252. Discover additional schools in the area, like Rich Township Highschool, Rich Township High School, Rich Township Star Academy, 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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