Serving 249 students in grades 6-8, Beecher Junior 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 16% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 249 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Beecher Junior High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Beecher, IL, covering approximately 56.8 square miles. Families in the area typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 4.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 6.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Beecher Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Beecher Junior High School's student population of 249 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
249 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Beecher Junior High School 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 Beecher Junior High School is 0.52, 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
#1903 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
32%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
62%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beecher Junior High School's ranking?
Beecher Junior High School is ranked #1903 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?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Beecher Junior High School?
249 students attend Beecher Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Beecher Junior High School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Beecher Junior High School?
Beecher Junior High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Beecher Junior High School offer ?
Beecher Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Beecher Junior High School part of?
Beecher Junior High School is part of Beecher CUSD 200u School District.
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