Serving 541 students in grades 6-8, J W Eater Jr 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 2% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 541 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J W Eater Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
J W Eater Jr High School's student population of 541 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
541 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
J W Eater Jr 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 J W Eater Jr High School is 0.74, which is more 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
#3634 out of 3663 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
33%
27%
Black
30%
17%
White
22%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
19%
2%
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 J W Eater Jr High School's ranking?
J W Eater Jr High School is ranked #3634 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?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 6% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend J W Eater Jr High School?
541 students attend J W Eater Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of J W Eater Jr High School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 22% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of J W Eater Jr High School?
J W Eater Jr High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does J W Eater Jr High School offer ?
J W Eater Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is J W Eater Jr High School part of?
J W Eater Jr High School is part of Rantoul City SD 137 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of Student Attendance
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
Last Day K-8 if All Emergency Days are Used
June 03, 2024 (Monday)
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