Serving 710 students in grades 7-8, Park Junior High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% 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: 710 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Park Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Park Junior High School's student population of 710 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
710 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Park Junior High School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Park Junior High School is 0.51, 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
#130 out of 3663 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
23%
27%
Black
5%
17%
White
66%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Park Junior High School's ranking?
Park Junior High School is ranked #130 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Park Junior High School?
710 students attend Park Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Park Junior High School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Park Junior High School?
Park Junior High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Park Junior High School offer ?
Park Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Park Junior High School part of?
Park Junior High School is part of La Grange SD 102 School District.
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