Serving 221 students in grades 5-8, Central Junior High School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower 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 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 221 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Central Junior High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Camp Point, IL, encompassing approximately 232.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school from various points in the zone takes about 15-20 minutes, with an average distance of 9.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 12.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central Junior High School's student population of 221 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
221 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Central 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 Central Junior High School is 0.10, 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
#1943 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
1%
29%
White
95%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-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 Central Junior High School's ranking?
Central Junior High School is ranked #1943 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?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Central Junior High School?
221 students attend Central Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Central Junior High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Junior High School?
Central Junior High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Central Junior High School offer ?
Central Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Central Junior High School part of?
Central Junior High School is part of Central CUSD 3 School District.
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