Serving 326 students in grades 5-8, Cass Jr High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 326 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cass Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Cass Jr High School's student population of 326 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
326 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cass Jr High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cass Jr High School is 0.56, 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
#462 out of 3663 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
5%
Hispanic
15%
27%
Black
5%
17%
White
64%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cass Jr High School's ranking?
Cass Jr High School is ranked #462 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Cass Jr High School often compared to?
Cass Jr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eisenhower Jr High School, Gower Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Cass Jr High School?
326 students attend Cass Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Cass Jr High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cass Jr High School?
Cass Jr High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cass Jr High School offer ?
Cass Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Cass Jr High School part of?
Cass Jr High School is part of Cass SD 63 School District.
School Calendar
View the Cass Jr High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Last Day PreK
May 17, 2024 (Friday)
Last Day of School (K-8)
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
First Day of School (Kindergarten-8th Grade)
August 29, 2024 (Thursday)
First Day of Preschool
September 03, 2024 (Tuesday)
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
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