Serving 597 students in grades 6-8, Chiddix Jr High School ranks in the top 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 25% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (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 43% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 597 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Chiddix Jr High School serves the southeast part of Normal, IL, covering an area of approximately 5.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest distance to the edge of the attendance zone being about 3.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chiddix Jr High School's student population of 597 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
597 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chiddix Jr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chiddix Jr High School is 0.63, 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
#1495 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
12%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
57%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Chiddix Jr High School's ranking?
Chiddix Jr High School is ranked #1495 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Chiddix Jr High School often compared to?
Chiddix Jr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kingsley Jr High School, Evans Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Chiddix Jr High School?
597 students attend Chiddix Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Chiddix Jr High School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chiddix Jr High School?
Chiddix Jr High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chiddix Jr High School offer ?
Chiddix Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Chiddix Jr High School part of?
Chiddix Jr High School is part of Mclean County USD 5 School District.
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