Serving 252 students in grades 6-8, Chillicothe Jr High School ranks in the top 20% 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 31% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 252 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chillicothe Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Chillicothe Jr High School's student population of 252 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
252 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chillicothe Jr High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chillicothe Jr High School is 0.21, 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
#668 out of 3663 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
5%
27%
Black
2%
17%
White
89%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
21%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chillicothe Jr High School's ranking?
Chillicothe Jr High School is ranked #668 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Chillicothe Jr High School?
252 students attend Chillicothe Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Chillicothe Jr High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chillicothe Jr High School?
Chillicothe Jr High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chillicothe Jr High School offer ?
Chillicothe Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Chillicothe Jr High School part of?
Chillicothe Jr High School is part of Il Valley Central USD 321 School District.
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