Serving 66 students in grades 6-8, Cissna Park Jr High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to 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 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 66 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Cissna Park Jr High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 86.8 square miles in Cissna Park, IL. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 8.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cissna Park Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cissna Park Jr High School's student population of 66 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
66 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cissna Park 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 Cissna Park 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
#1093 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
27%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
16%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
88%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2007–2025. 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 Cissna Park Jr High School's ranking?
Cissna Park Jr High School is ranked #1093 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Cissna Park Jr High School?
66 students attend Cissna Park Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Cissna Park Jr High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cissna Park Jr High School?
Cissna Park Jr High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cissna Park Jr High School offer ?
Cissna Park Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Cissna Park Jr High School part of?
Cissna Park Jr High School is part of Cissna Park CUSD 6 School District.
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