Serving 45 students in grades 6-8, Bradford Jr High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-89% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 45 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Bradford Jr High School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Bradford, IL, encompassing approximately 116.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 8.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bradford Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bradford Jr High School's student population of 45 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
45 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bradford Jr High School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bradford Jr High School is 0.17, 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
#314 out of 3542 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
29%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
16%
White
91%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
60%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bradford Jr High School's ranking?
Bradford Jr High School is ranked #314 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Bradford Jr High School?
45 students attend Bradford Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Bradford Jr High School students are White, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bradford Jr High School?
Bradford Jr High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bradford Jr High School offer ?
Bradford Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Bradford Jr High School part of?
Bradford Jr High School is part of Bradford CUSD 1 School District.
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