Serving 761 students in grades 6-8, Cary Jr High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher 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 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 761 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cary Jr High School's student population of 761 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
761 students
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Engage, Empower, Excel
School Rankings
Cary Jr High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cary Jr High School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1036 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
24%
29%
Black
n/a
16%
White
70%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cary Jr High School's ranking?
Cary Jr High School is ranked #1036 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Cary Jr High School often compared to?
Cary Jr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hannah Beardsley Middle School, Richard F Bernotas Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Cary Jr High School?
761 students attend Cary Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Cary Jr High School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cary Jr High School?
Cary Jr High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cary Jr High School offer ?
Cary Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Cary Jr High School part of?
Cary Jr High School is part of Cary CCSD 26 School District.
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