Serving 134 students in grades 6-8, Crestwood Jr High School ranks in the top 20% 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 3% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 134 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Crestwood Jr High School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Paris, IL, encompassing approximately 232.6 square miles. Typically, it takes 10-15 minutes to drive to the school from various points within the zone, with an average distance of 6.9 miles to the zone edge and the furthest edge located 11.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crestwood Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Crestwood Jr High School's student population of 134 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
134 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Crestwood Jr High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Crestwood Jr High School is 0.06, 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
#554 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
n/a
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
97%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crestwood Jr High School's ranking?
Crestwood Jr High School is ranked #554 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Crestwood Jr High School?
134 students attend Crestwood Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Crestwood Jr High School students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crestwood Jr High School?
Crestwood Jr High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Crestwood Jr High School offer ?
Crestwood Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Crestwood Jr High School part of?
Crestwood Jr High School is part of Paris CUSD 4 School District.
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