Serving 236 students in grades 6-8, Auburn Jr High At Divernon 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 19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 236 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Auburn Jr High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Divernon, IL, covering approximately 74.7 square miles. Families within the zone typically experience a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 5.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 11.4 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Auburn Jr High At Divernon's student population of 236 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
236 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Auburn Jr High At Divernon ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Auburn Jr High At Divernon is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1999 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
4%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
89%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Auburn Jr High At Divernon's ranking?
Auburn Jr High At Divernon is ranked #1999 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Auburn Jr High At Divernon?
236 students attend Auburn Jr High At Divernon.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Auburn Jr High At Divernon students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Auburn Jr High At Divernon?
Auburn Jr High At Divernon has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Auburn Jr High At Divernon offer ?
Auburn Jr High At Divernon offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Auburn Jr High At Divernon part of?
Auburn Jr High At Divernon is part of Auburn CUSD 10 School District.
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