Serving 269 students in grades 7-8, Channahon Junior High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 269 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Channahon Junior High School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Channahon, IL, encompassing approximately 19.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Channahon Junior 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
Channahon Junior High School's student population of 269 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
269 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Channahon Junior 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 Channahon Junior High School is 0.34, 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
#235 out of 3542 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
80%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2008–2025. 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 Channahon Junior High School's ranking?
Channahon Junior High School is ranked #235 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?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Channahon Junior High School?
269 students attend Channahon Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Channahon Junior High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Channahon Junior High School?
Channahon Junior High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Channahon Junior High School offer ?
Channahon Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Channahon Junior High School part of?
Channahon Junior High School is part of Channahon SD 17 School District.
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