Serving 614 students in grades 6-8, John J Lukancic Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 25% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 614 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John J Lukancic Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
John J Lukancic Middle School's student population of 614 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
614 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
John J Lukancic Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John J Lukancic Middle School is 0.68, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1082 out of 3663 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
46%
27%
Black
17%
17%
White
29%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John J Lukancic Middle School's ranking?
John J Lukancic Middle School is ranked #1082 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend John J Lukancic Middle School?
614 students attend John J Lukancic Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of John J Lukancic Middle School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of John J Lukancic Middle School?
John J Lukancic Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does John J Lukancic Middle School offer ?
John J Lukancic Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is John J Lukancic Middle School part of?
John J Lukancic Middle School is part of Valley View CUSD 365u School District.
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