Serving 404 students in grades 7-8, Mt Zion Jr High School ranks in the top 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 28% (which is equal to the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 404 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mt Zion Jr High School's student population of 404 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
404 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mt Zion Jr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mt Zion Jr High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1161 out of 3663 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
2%
27%
Black
2%
17%
White
91%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mt Zion Jr High School's ranking?
Mt Zion Jr High School is ranked #1161 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Mt Zion Jr High School?
404 students attend Mt Zion Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Mt Zion Jr High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mt Zion Jr High School?
Mt Zion Jr High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mt Zion Jr High School offer ?
Mt Zion Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Mt Zion Jr High School part of?
Mt Zion Jr High School is part of MT Zion CUSD 3 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School-Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
No School-Spring Break
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School if No Snow Days Are Used, End of 4th Quarter, End of 2nd Semester
May 27, 2025 (Tuesday)
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