Serving 412 students in grades 7-8, West 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 11% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 412 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Jr High School's student population of 412 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
412 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West 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 West Jr High School is 0.57, 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
#2404 out of 3663 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
4%
27%
Black
58%
17%
White
31%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Jr High School's ranking?
West Jr High School is ranked #2404 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are West Jr High School often compared to?
West Jr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St Libory Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend West Jr High School?
412 students attend West Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of West Jr High School students are Black, 31% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Jr High School?
West Jr High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Jr High School offer ?
West Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is West Jr High School part of?
West Jr High School is part of Belleville SD 118 School District.
School Reviews
5 11/10/2021
This is an excellent school for me. You don't get in trouble for no reason. They are only attempting to keep our school safe while also providing a variety of services. They're also excellent supervisors. We also have excellent role models, such as Mr. Cotto and Mrs. Reinhold. Mrs. Parkerwilliams and Mrs. Stevens, as well as Mr. Kinder and Mrs. Fisher, are just a few of the role models.
4 10/25/2021
school is great they only need work on the dress code because what will holes in pants do so bad for the school, also needs help on the supervisors you get Nunes for nothing but a good school.
1 3/3/2020
This school is so bad they are always getting people in trouble for no reason please help this school get better.
5 2/11/2020
Best school, really enjoy having quarter classes, especially Computers with Mr. Hesse.
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