Serving 229 students in grades 6-8, Chillicothe Jr High School ranks in the top 30% 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 27% (which is equal to the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 229 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Chillicothe Jr High serves the northern part of Chillicothe, IL, encompassing an area of approximately 33.1 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of about 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 3.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 6.4 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chillicothe Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Chillicothe Jr High School's student population of 229 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
229 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
ENGAGE, INSPIRE, EMPOWER, ACHIEVE
School Rankings
Chillicothe Jr High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chillicothe Jr High School is 0.22, 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
#903 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
6%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
88%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
43%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chillicothe Jr High School's ranking?
Chillicothe Jr High School is ranked #903 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Chillicothe Jr High School?
229 students attend Chillicothe Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Chillicothe Jr High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chillicothe Jr High School?
Chillicothe Jr High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chillicothe Jr High School offer ?
Chillicothe Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Chillicothe Jr High School part of?
Chillicothe Jr High School is part of Il Valley Central USD 321 School District.
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