Serving 559 students in grades 4-8, Centralia Jr 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 8% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower 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 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 559 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lincoln Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Centralia school district, covering approximately 22.7 square miles. The area typically allows for a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 2.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum reach of 5.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Centralia Jr High School's student population of 559 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
Total Students
559 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Centralia Jr 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 Centralia Jr High School is 0.60, 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
#2651 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
7%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
19%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
59%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
14%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2009–2025. 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 Centralia Jr High School's ranking?
Centralia Jr High School is ranked #2651 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?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Centralia Jr High School?
559 students attend Centralia Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Centralia Jr High School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Centralia Jr High School?
Centralia Jr High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Centralia Jr High School offer ?
Centralia Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 4-8
What school district is Centralia Jr High School part of?
Centralia Jr High School is part of Centralia SD 135 School District.
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