Serving 618 students in grades 6-8, Chiddix Jr High School ranks in the top 50% 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 28% (which is equal to the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 618 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chiddix Jr High School's student population of 618 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
618 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chiddix Jr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chiddix Jr 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
#1190 out of 3663 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
5%
Hispanic
3%
27%
Black
16%
17%
White
61%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
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 Chiddix Jr High School's ranking?
Chiddix Jr High School is ranked #1190 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Chiddix Jr High School often compared to?
Chiddix Jr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kingsley Jr High School, Evans Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Chiddix Jr High School?
618 students attend Chiddix Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Chiddix Jr High School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chiddix Jr High School?
Chiddix Jr High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chiddix Jr High School offer ?
Chiddix Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Chiddix Jr High School part of?
Chiddix Jr High School is part of Mclean County USD 5 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day Before Spring Break
March 22, 2024 (Friday)
Spring Break (No School)
March 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break - NO SCHOOL
March 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break (No School)
March 26, 2024 (Tuesday)
Spring Break (No School)
March 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
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