Serving 573 students in grades 6-8, Helen Keller Jhs ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher 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 68% 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: 573 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Helen Keller Jhs ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Helen Keller Jhs's student population of 573 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
573 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Helen Keller Jhs 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 Helen Keller Jhs is 0.72, 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
#848 out of 3663 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
28%
5%
Hispanic
33%
27%
Black
3%
17%
White
32%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
9%
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 Helen Keller Jhs's ranking?
Helen Keller Jhs is ranked #848 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Helen Keller Jhs often compared to?
Helen Keller Jhsis often viewed alongside schools like Margaret Mead Jhs, Macarthur Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Helen Keller Jhs?
573 students attend Helen Keller Jhs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Helen Keller Jhs students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 28% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Helen Keller Jhs?
Helen Keller Jhs has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Helen Keller Jhs offer ?
Helen Keller Jhs offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Helen Keller Jhs part of?
Helen Keller Jhs is part of Schaumburg CCSD 54 School District.
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