Serving 274 students in grades 7-8, Central Junior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 274 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central Junior High School's student population of 274 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
274 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Central Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Junior High School is 0.59, 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
#2599 out of 3663 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
27%
27%
Black
9%
17%
White
58%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
49%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Junior High School's ranking?
Central Junior High School is ranked #2599 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Central Junior High School?
274 students attend Central Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Central Junior High School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Junior High School?
Central Junior High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Central Junior High School offer ?
Central Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Central Junior High School part of?
Central Junior High School is part of Kewanee CUSD 229 School District.
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